Cuchel 250mg Capsule 30'S

Cuchel Capsule contains the active constituent trientine hydrochloride. It is a copper chelator used to treat adult patients with stable Wilson's disease who cannot tolerate other medicines used to treat this disease. Wilson's disease is an inherited condition in which the body cannot transport copper around the body in normal ways or remove copper normally as a secretion from the liver into the gut. This means that the small amounts of copper from food and drink build up to excessive levels and can lead to liver damage and problems in the nervous system. This medicine mainly works by attaching to copper in the body, allowing it to be removed in the urine instead, helping to lower copper levels. It may also attach to copper in the gut and reduce the amount taken into the body. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to trientine hydrochloride or any other ingredients in this medicine. Cuchel Capsules may also reduce the iron level in your blood; you may be prescribed iron supplements. Inform your physician if you have kidney or liver problems, breathing problems, dermatitis (red and itchy skin), anaemia or if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.

Wilson’s disease

Cuchel Capsule is a copper chelating agent that binds excess copper in the body and assists in elimination from the body. It may also work by attaching to the copper in your stomach and stopping it from being absorbed.

Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Cuchel Capsule based on the disease condition and other factors. Always take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the capsules with water on an empty stomach (at least one hour before meals or two hours after meals, and at least one hour apart from any other medicines, food, or milk.) Do not break, chew, crush, or break the tablet.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common Abdominal pain Change of bowel movements Rash Alopecia Mood swings Difficulty in moving Muscle pain Serious Iron deficiency anemia Hypersensitivity skin reactions

Avoid concomitant use of mineral supplements like iron, zinc, calcium, and magnesium. Consult your physician before taking any vitamin or mineral supplements. Take this medicine at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking iron supplements or 1 hour before or 2 hours after taking other supplements like calcium, magnesium, or zinc. This medicine may cause copper or iron deficiency. Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine.