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abametapir

abametapir (XEGLYZE) is a copper sequestering agent. Route of administration: topical. Current US regulatory status: approved.

FDA: approved
US status approved
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Drug details — abametapir
US status
approved
Class
Route
TOPICAL
Patents
0
Programs
0
Data quality
0.84

Quick answer

abametapir (XEGLYZE) is a copper sequestering agent. Route of administration: topical. Current US regulatory status: approved.

Key facts

INN abametapir
Brand XEGLYZE
Mechanism Copper sequestering agent
Target Copper
Route TOPICAL
Formulation LOTION

Mechanism of action

Copper sequestering agent

Primary target: Copper

Approval history

Authority Status Date
FDA approved

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  4. trientine tetrahydrochloride Copper chelating agent
  5. trientine dihydrochloride Alimentary tract and metabolism (A16)

Frequently asked questions

What is abametapir?

abametapir (XEGLYZE) is a copper sequestering agent. Route of administration: topical. Current US regulatory status: approved.

What is the brand name for abametapir?

XEGLYZE is a marketed brand name for abametapir. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.

What is the US approval status of abametapir?

abametapir has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.