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Status:
US Approved Rx (2021)
First approved in 1988

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (RACEMIC)



Tiopronin is a prescription thiol drug used primarily in the treatment of severe homozygous cystinuria. Patients with cystinuria excrete high levels of cystine in their urine and are at risk for kidney stone formation. Tiopronin is used as a second-l...
Status:
US Approved Rx (1996)
First approved in 1996

Class:
POLYMER



Pentosan polysulfate sodium (brand name ELMIRON) is a low molecular weight heparin-like compound. It has anticoagulant and fibrinolytic effects and is indicated for the relief of bladder pain or discomfort associated with interstitial cystitis. The m...