Aurothioglucose
Aurothioglucose
Aurothioglucose (pronounced: au·ro·thi·o·glu·cose), also known as gold thioglucose, is a chemical compound used in medicine, particularly in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis.
Etymology
The term "Aurothioglucose" is derived from its chemical composition. "Auro" is derived from the Latin word for gold, "aurum", and "thioglucose" refers to the glucose molecule that has been modified with a sulfur (thio) group.
Usage
Aurothioglucose is used as a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD). It is administered by injection and works by reducing inflammation and slowing the progression of the disease. It is not commonly used today due to the development of newer, more effective treatments.
Related Terms
- Gold salts: A class of medications that includes aurothioglucose. They were once the standard treatment for rheumatoid arthritis.
- Chrysotherapy: The use of gold salts, including aurothioglucose, in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
- DMARDs: Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs, a category of drugs that slow or halt the progression of rheumatoid arthritis.
Side Effects
Like all medications, aurothioglucose can cause side effects. These may include skin rash, mouth sores, and kidney problems. In rare cases, it can cause serious side effects such as blood disorders or damage to the lungs or liver.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Aurothioglucose
- Wikipedia's article - Aurothioglucose
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