Ozanimod
Ozanimod
Ozanimod (pronounced oh-zan-i-mod) is a medication used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis and ulcerative colitis. It is classified as a sphingosine 1-phosphate receptor modulator.
Pronunciation
The pronunciation of Ozanimod is oh-zan-i-mod.
Etymology
The name Ozanimod is derived from the chemical structure of the drug. The "Oza" part of the name is derived from the chemical name of the drug, which is 2-amino-2-[2-(4-octylphenyl)ethyl]propane-1,3-diol hydrochloride. The "mod" part of the name is short for modulator, referring to the drug's mechanism of action as a sphingosine 1-phosphate receptor modulator.
Usage
Ozanimod is used in the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis and moderate to severe ulcerative colitis. It works by binding to sphingosine 1-phosphate receptors on lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell, and trapping them in the lymph nodes. This reduces the number of lymphocytes available to participate in the inflammatory response, which is a key factor in the development of multiple sclerosis and ulcerative colitis.
Related Terms
- Multiple Sclerosis: A chronic disease that affects the central nervous system, causing a wide range of symptoms that can include fatigue, difficulty walking, numbness or tingling, muscle weakness, and problems with coordination and balance.
- Ulcerative Colitis: A chronic disease of the large intestine, in which the lining of the colon becomes inflamed and develops tiny open sores, or ulcers.
- Sphingosine 1-phosphate receptor modulator: A type of drug that modulates the activity of sphingosine 1-phosphate receptors, which play a key role in the immune system's inflammatory response.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ozanimod
- Wikipedia's article - Ozanimod
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