Trientine Hydrochloride
Information about Trientine Hydrochloride
Trientine hydrochloride uses
Trientine Hydrochloride is used in the treatment of Wilson's disease.
How trientine hydrochloride works
Trientine Hydrochloride is a copper chelating agent. It works by binding excess copper in body tissues, carrying it to the kidneys where it is finally removed via urine.
Common side effects of trientine hydrochloride
Systemic lupus erythematosus, Iron deficiency, Dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions), Muscle spasm, Myasthenia gravis
Available Medicine for Trientine Hydrochloride
Expert advice for Trientine Hydrochloride
- Trientine Hydrochloride treats Wilson’s disease by removing excess copper from the body.
- Take it on an empty stomach, at least one hour before or two hours after meals.
- It should be swallowed whole with water and should not be crushed or chewed. Take it at least one hour apart from any other drug.
- Monitor your temperature every night for the first month of treatment. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms such as fever or skin eruptions.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood iron level to check for iron deficiency.