Medically Reviewed By
Dr. Aditya Singh, MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Reg No: MCI-654321 • Verified Medical Reviewer
Procysbi
(mercaptamine)
Uses, side effects, dosage information & price range
About this medicine
Procysbi is indicated for the treatment of proven nephropathic cystinosis. Cysteamine reduces cystine accumulation in some cells (e.g. leukocytes, muscle and liver cells) of nephropathic cystinosis patients and, when treatment is started early, it delays the development of renal failure.
Common Brand Names for this Composition
The following popular commercial brand names contain mercaptamine as their active ingredient composition:
Procysbi
Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A
Cystadrops
Recordati Rare Diseases
Cystagon
Recordati Rare Diseases
Dropcys
Lucane Pharma
Common Substitutes & Alternatives
These medicines share the same salt composition or therapeutic category and can be used as substitutes under professional medical supervision.
Key Information
Salt / Composition
mercaptamine
Category
Other alimentary tract and metabolism products
Manufacturer
Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A
Medical Disclaimer
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