Trientine Hydrochloride Capsules USP 250mg

Description

CUCHEL (Trientine Hydrochloride 250mg) CAPSULE is used to treat a certain inherited disorder (Wilson’s disease). This disorder causes too much copper to build up in the liver, brain, and other parts of the body. Trientine works by binding to copper, which helps your body get rid of extra copper. This can decrease symptoms such as problems with speech/swallowing/coordination, tiredness, lack of appetite, abdominal pain, yellowing eyes/skin, fluid buildup in the legs/abdomen, uncontrolled movements, or muscle stiffness. Doctors typically use blood tests and a 24-hour urine collection test to diagnose Wilson disease. Doctors may also use a liver biopsy and imaging tests. For a blood test, a health care professional will take a blood sample from you and send the sample to a lab. There is no cure for Wilson disease. Lifelong treatment is necessary and could include: Taking copper-chelating medications, which help your body’s organs and tissues get rid of excess copper. Reducing the amount of copper you get through food.Wilson’s disease is a rare inherited disorder that causes copper to accumulate in your liver, brain and other vital organs. Most people with Wilson’s disease are diagnosed between the ages of 5 and 35, but it can affect younger and older people, as well.Filing for Social Security Disability with a Wilson’s Disease Diagnosis. Wilson’s disease is listed in the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) impairment listing manual (more commonly called the “Blue Book”) as one of the conditions which may qualify a person to receive Social Security Disability benefits.