Metyrosine
Metyrosine
Metyrosine (pronounced meh-tye-roe-seen) is a medication used in the treatment of pheochromocytoma, a rare tumor of the adrenal glands. It is also used off-label for other conditions such as Parkinson's disease and Cushing's syndrome.
Etymology
The term "Metyrosine" is derived from the words "methyl" and "tyrosine". "Methyl" is a term used in organic chemistry to refer to a molecule containing one carbon and three hydrogen atoms. "Tyrosine" is an amino acid that is used by cells to synthesize proteins. Metyrosine works by inhibiting the enzyme tyrosine hydroxylase, which is necessary for the production of certain neurotransmitters.
Usage
Metyrosine is used primarily to treat pheochromocytoma, a rare tumor of the adrenal glands that can cause high blood pressure, heart palpitations, and other symptoms. By inhibiting the production of certain neurotransmitters, metyrosine can help to reduce these symptoms.
In addition to its primary use, metyrosine is sometimes used off-label to treat other conditions. For example, it may be used to manage symptoms of Parkinson's disease, a neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement. It may also be used in the treatment of Cushing's syndrome, a condition caused by an overproduction of the hormone cortisol.
Related Terms
- Pheochromocytoma
- Parkinson's disease
- Cushing's syndrome
- Amino acid
- Neurotransmitter
- Tyrosine hydroxylase
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Metyrosine
- Wikipedia's article - Metyrosine
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