Eprodisate disodium
Eprodisate Disodium
Eprodisate Disodium (pronunciation: eh-proh-DIS-ate dye-SOH-dee-uhm) is a chemical compound used in the medical field, specifically in the treatment of amyloidosis.
Etymology
The term "Eprodisate" is derived from its chemical structure, while "disodium" refers to the presence of two sodium ions in the compound. The exact etymology of "Eprodisate" is not known.
Usage
Eprodisate Disodium is primarily used in the treatment of amyloidosis, a rare disease that occurs when a substance called amyloid builds up in the organs. Amyloid is an abnormal protein usually produced by cells in the bone marrow that can be deposited in any tissue or organ. Eprodisate Disodium works by interfering with the formation of amyloid fibrils, thus slowing the progression of the disease.
Related Terms
- Amyloidosis: A rare disease that occurs when a substance called amyloid builds up in the organs.
- Fibril: A small or slender fiber, typically consisting of the folded and coiled polypeptide chains of a protein.
- Protein: A molecule composed of polymers of amino acids joined together by peptide bonds.
- Bone Marrow: The soft, spongy tissue that fills the cavities of bones. It is responsible for the production of blood cells.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Eprodisate disodium
- Wikipedia's article - Eprodisate disodium
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