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Cystine Depleting Agents

Cystine depleting agents treat various types of cystinosis, a lysosomal storage disease. They help prevent the buildup of cystine, which can form crystals that damage cells, particularly in the kidneys and eyes.

Why are cystine depleting agents prescribed?

  1. Lysosomal Storage Disease (100%)

Key takeaways

Cystine depleting agents are used to treat nephropathic cystinosis and ocular cystinosis. These medications work by reducing the levels of cystine in your body, which helps prevent the formation of crystals that can damage organs and tissues. Cystine depleting agents come in different forms, including oral capsules, granules, and eye drops. Examples include oral cysteamine (Cystagon), cysteamine ophthalmic solution (Cystaran, Cystadrops), and oral delayed-release cysteamine (Procysbi).

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Cystadrops

as low as$2,328
CYSTEAMINE treats the buildup of cystine crystals in the eye. It works by decreasing the amount of the amino acid cystine in the eye. This prevents crystals from forming, which reduces eye pain and other symptoms.
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Procysbi

as low as$6,845
CYSTEAMINE treats the buildup of cystine crystals in the body. It works by decreasing the amount of the amino acid cystine in the body. This prevents crystals from forming, which prevents or delays worsening symptoms.
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Cystagon

CYSTEAMINE treats the buildup of cystine crystals in the body. It works by decreasing the amount of the amino acid cystine in the body. This prevents crystals from forming, which prevents or delays worsening symptoms.
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Cystaran

CYSTEAMINE treats the buildup of cystine crystals in the eye. It works by decreasing the amount of the amino acid cystine in the eye. This prevents crystals from forming, which reduces eye pain and other symptoms.
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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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