noun
- A naturally occurring amino thiol compound (C₂H₇NS) derived from the amino acid cysteine, used in medicine and biochemistry.
Usage: technical; biochemistry; pharmacology
Examples
- Cysteamine is used clinically to treat cystinosis, a rare genetic disorder.
- The compound cysteamine acts as a reducing agent in various biochemical reactions.
- Researchers studied cysteamine's role in protecting cells from oxidative stress.
- Cysteamine supplements are sometimes used in anti-aging skincare products.
- The pharmaceutical formulation of cysteamine requires careful handling due to its reactivity.