Nitisinone
Information about Nitisinone
Nitisinone Uses
Nitisinone is used in the treatment of Hereditary Tyrosinemia Type 1.
How Nitisinone works
Nitisinone works by preventing the breaking down of an amino acid called tyrosine and by keeping other toxic substances from building up and causing harm to your liver or kidneys.
Common side effects of Nitisinone
Elevated tyrosine levels, Low blood platelets, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Conjunctivitis, Corneal opacity, Corneal inflammation, Photophobia, Eye pain, Eyelid inflammation, Cataract, Granulocytopenia, Nosebleeds, Itching, Exfoliative dermatitis, Dry skin, Maculopapular rash, Hair loss
Available Medicine for Nitisinone
LasinoneLaurus Labs Limited
₹30000 to ₹500003 variant(s)
Expert advice for Nitisinone
- This formulation contains glycerol and may cause headaches, upset stomach, and diarrhea. Consult your doctor if these symptoms become severe.
- Nitisinone may cause vision problems, eye pain, eye redness, burning sensation and increased sensitivity of eyes to light. Seek immediate medical help in such cases.
- You may be prescribed tests to monitor your platelet and white blood cell counts regularly while taking Nitisinone.
- Take Nitisinone on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
- You must avoid certain foods for your treatment to be effective. Follow the diet plan created for you by your doctor.
- If you are unable to swallow a capsule whole, open it and sprinkle the medicine into a spoonful of water. Swallow the mixture right away without chewing. Do not save it for later use.