Tetrathiomolybdate is an oral, small-molecule, anticopper agent that is highly specific for lowering the levels of free copper in serum. COPREXA has completed pivotal clinical trials for the treatment of neurologic Wilson's disease. It is also developed for fibrotic disorders based upon the rationale that the fibrotic disease process is dependent upon the availability of free copper in the body.
Synonyms
Tiomolibdate ion
Choline tetrathiomolybdate
Thiomolybdate
Tetrathiomolybdate
Indication
Investigated for use/treatment in liver disease and pulmonary fibrosis.
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