Tavilermide
Tavilermide
Tavilermide (pronunciation: ta-vil-er-mide) is a synthetic small molecule mimetic of the naturally occurring protein Nerve Growth Factor (NGF). It is used in the treatment of Dry Eye Syndrome (DES), a common condition that occurs when your tears aren't able to provide adequate lubrication for your eyes.
Etymology
The term "Tavilermide" is a coined name for this specific compound. The exact etymology is not known, but it is common for pharmaceutical drugs to have names that are derived from their chemical structure or function.
Usage
Tavilermide is used to increase tear production in patients who have dry eye syndrome due to inflammation. It works by stimulating the production of mucin, a key component of the tear film, by the conjunctival goblet cells.
Related Terms
- Nerve Growth Factor (NGF): A protein that is important for the growth, maintenance, and survival of certain nerve cells (neurons). Tavilermide is a mimetic of NGF.
- Dry Eye Syndrome (DES): A common condition that occurs when your tears aren't able to provide adequate lubrication for your eyes. Tavilermide is used to treat DES.
- Mucin: A type of protein that is frequently glycosylated to form a "mucous" substance. Tavilermide stimulates the production of mucin by the conjunctival goblet cells.
- Conjunctival Goblet Cells: Cells that produce mucin, a key component of the tear film.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tavilermide
- Wikipedia's article - Tavilermide
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