title: A case of Trientine Overdose.
abstract: Wilson disease is a rare genetic hepatic and neurological disorder of copper accumulation. Trientine is usually used as a second line in the management of patients with this condition. We present a case of a large overdose of Trientine (60 g) resulting in self-limiting dizziness and vomiting with no further clinical sequelae or significant biochemical abnormalities. This case shows that Trientine has a good safety profile and hence could be used as a first line treatment in patients with Wilson's disease who suffer from psychiatric complications and who might be at risk of self-harm.
authors: Digestive Diseases Centre, Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust, Brighton, United Kingdom.
authors: Ahmed
authors: A
authors: Hashim
authors: Digestive Diseases Centre, Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust, Brighton, United Kingdom.
authors: Nick
authors: N
authors: Parnell
keywords: Overdose; Wilson's disease; trientine