Trientine
Trientine
Trientine (/triːˈɛntiːn/), also known as triethylenetetramine or TETA, is a chelating agent specifically designed to bind and expel excess copper from the body. This medication is primarily used in the treatment of Wilson's disease, a rare inherited disorder that causes copper to accumulate in the body's vital organs.
Etymology
The term "trientine" is derived from its chemical structure, which consists of three ethylene groups and four amine groups. The prefix "tri-" refers to the three ethylene groups, while "-entine" is derived from the word "ethylene".
Usage
Trientine works by removing the excess copper in the blood. This excess copper is then excreted from the body in the urine. Trientine is used when initial treatment with penicillamine is not possible or is ineffective.
Related Terms
- Chelation therapy: A medical procedure that involves the administration of chelating agents to remove heavy metals from the body.
- Copper: A chemical element that is a reddish-brown metal, with atomic number 29. It is a necessary trace mineral in all higher plants and animals.
- Wilson's disease: A rare inherited disorder that causes copper to accumulate in the body's vital organs.
- Penicillamine: A chelating agent used to treat Wilson's disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and other conditions involving excess copper or cystine.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Trientine
- Wikipedia's article - Trientine
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