Mechanism of action
tiopronin is a medication used primarily for the treatment of cystinuria, a genetic disorder in which excess cystine is excreted in the urine, leading to the formation of kidney stones. The exact mechanism of action of tiopronin in cystinuria has yet to be fully understood. Still, it is believed to work by binding to cystine and forming a more soluble compound, thereby preventing the formation of kidney stones
Spectrum
tiopronin has a relatively narrow spectrum of activity and is primarily used to treat cystinuria. It is ineffective against other kidney stones or urinary tract infections. In addition, tiopronin is not adequate for treating other genetic disorders that involve the build-up of amino acids in the body, such as homocystinuria or phenylketonuria
