Copper
- Generic Name
- Copper
- Brand Names
- Paragard T 380a, Vitafol-one, Cuprymina
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- Cu
- CAS Number
- 7440-50-8
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 789U1901C5
- Background
Copper is a transition metal and a trace element in the body. It is important to the function of many enzymes including cytochrome c oxidase, monoamine oxidase and superoxide dismutase . Copper is commonly used in contraceptive intrauterine devices (IUD) .
- Indication
For use in the supplementation of total parenteral nutrition and in contraception with intrauterine devices .
- Associated Conditions
- -
- Associated Therapies
- Emergency Contraception, IUD therapy, Trace Element Deficiency, Dietary supplementation
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