Tocofersolan

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Tocofersolan

Tocofersolan (pronunciation: toh-coh-fer-SOH-lan) is a synthetic form of Vitamin E that is water-soluble and used in the treatment of Vitamin E deficiency.

Etymology

The term 'Tocofersolan' is derived from 'Tocoferol', the chemical name for Vitamin E, and 'solan', a suffix often used in pharmaceutical nomenclature.

Usage

Tocofersolan is primarily used in the treatment of Vitamin E deficiency, particularly in individuals with fat malabsorption syndromes. It is also used in the management of Abetalipoproteinemia, a rare inherited disorder of fat metabolism.

Pharmacology

Tocofersolan is a water-soluble form of Vitamin E, which allows it to be absorbed in the presence of fat malabsorption syndromes. It is absorbed in the small intestine and transported to the liver, where it is metabolized and excreted in the urine.

Related Terms

  • Vitamin E: A fat-soluble vitamin important for normal cell growth and function.
  • Vitamin E deficiency: A rare condition that can lead to neurological problems due to poor nerve conduction.
  • Abetalipoproteinemia: A disorder that interferes with the normal absorption of fat and fat-soluble vitamins from food.
  • Fat malabsorption syndromes: Conditions that result in the inadequate absorption of dietary fats.

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