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Cuprimine
Cuprimine is a class of drugs called a chelating agent and antirheumatic, disease-modifying, commonly used for treatment Wilson's disease and rheumatoid arthritis. Cuprimine/Penicillamine works by reducing the blood levels of certain inflammatory chemicals which the body's immune system produces. Cuprimine comes in category of drugs called Penicillamine. Cuprimine/Penicillamine is being manufactured by Merck Frosst Ltd and is available in 250mg Capsules.
What are the most common problems for which Cuprimine/Penicillamine is used?
- Cuprimine/Penicillamine is useful for the treatment of Wilson's Disease(too much copper in the body) and rheumatoid arthritis.
- Cuprimine/Penicillamine is more useful for those people who suffered to the problems of kidney stones.
- Cuprimine/Penicillamine is used for that people who have suffered to iron, mercury, arsenic, or lead poisoning problem.
- Cuprimine/Penicillamine is more useful for those people who suffered to the problems of A disease where copper is deposited in the liver and brain.
- Cuprimine/Penicillamine is more useful for those people who suffered to the problems of Chronic active hepatitis.
- Cuprimine/Penicillamine is more useful for those people who suffered to the problems of Cystinuria (presence of cystine in the urine).
- Cuprimine/Penicillamine is more useful for those people who suffered to the problems of Inflammatory disease of the joints.
- Cuprimine/Penicillamine may also be used for relieve other conditions that determined by your doctor or consultant.
How does Cuprimine/Penicillamine works?
Cuprimine is a class of drugs called a chelating agent and antirheumatic, disease-modifying, commonly used for treatment Wilson's disease and rheumatoid arthritis. Cuprimine/Penicillamine works by reducing the blood levels of certain inflammatory chemicals which the body's immune system produces. Penicillamine belongs to a mixed group of medicines called "disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs" (DMARDs). It is not understood exactly how Cuprimine/Penicillamine works when used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and other problems. But, it is known that it reduces the blood levels of certain inflammatory chemicals which the body's immune system produces in rheumatoid arthritis. Once these levels have fallen, the symptoms of swollen joints can subside. Cuprimine/Penicillamine may take up to 3 months to work, but if it has no effect in one year then it should be stopped. Because Cuprimine/Penicillamine binds to copper, it can be used to treat Wilson's disease, where there is a harmful accumulation of copper in the body. By binding to the excess copper, the copper is prevented from exerting its harmful effects.
Is any prescription required to get Cuprimine/Penicillamine?
Yes, prescription is necessary, one most not to use Cuprimine/Penicillamine without prescription. Some times in such conditions Cuprimine/Penicillamine is more harmful for health so, it is better to use Cuprimine/Penicillamine under doctor’s guidance or according to your medical consultant.
Dosages of Cuprimine/Penicillamine?
Cuprimine/Penicillamine Capsules always take under doctor’s guidance. The recommended starting dosages of Cuprimine/Penicillamine Capsules are taken on an empty stomach (at least 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals) but the doses are different for different patients. You continue to take it for as long as your doctor prescribes it, even if you do not feel an immediate benefit. Anybody should take the recommended oral dosage of Cuprimine/Penicillamine Capsules is taking an empty stomach with a full glass of water.
What is the minimum duration for which Cuprimine/Penicillamine should be taken?
The duration of taking Cuprimine/Penicillamine is not constant; it depends according to the problem. Your doctor or consultant can describe you better about the time period for which duration Cuprimine/Penicillamine should be taken or until the medication is deemed effective.
Are there any side effects of Cuprimine/Penicillamine?
- Possible side effects that occurs during the uses of Cuprimine/Penicillamine:
- Itching
- Loss of taste
- Low blood pressure
- Rash
- Abdominal pain
- Blisters
- Blurred vision
- Changes in heart rhythm
- Chest pain
- Confusion
- Constipation
- Cough
- Depression
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty swallowing
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Fatigue
- Fever and chills
- Flushing
- Hair loss
- Headache
- Heart attack
- Heart failure
- Impotence
- Inability to sleep
- Indigestion
- Inflammation of the nose
- Inflammation of the tongue
- Labored breathing
- Loss of appetite
- Bloody or cloudy urine
- Muscle pain
- Weakness
- Nausea
- Nervousness
- Pallor
- Palpitations
- Peptic ulcer
- Rapid heartbeat
- Sensitivity to light
- Skin inflammation
- Skin peeling
- Sleepiness
- Sore throat
- Stomach irritation
- Stroke
- Sudden fainting
- Loss of strength
- Swelling of face
- Swelling of lips
- Swelling of tongue
- Swelling of throat
- Swelling of arms
- Swelling of legs
- Tingling or pins and needles
- Vomiting
- Weakness
- Wheezing
- Yellow eyes
- Yellow skin
Under what circumstances Cuprimine/Penicillamine should not be used?
- If you have an allergy to Cuprimine/Penicillamine Capsules or any other ingredients of this medicine, then should not be used.
- If you have suffering to kidney diseases, Cuprimine/Penicillamine should not be used without consulting of doctor.
- If you have suffering to the problem of anemia or other blood disorders, Cuprimine/Penicillamine should not be used without consulting of doctor.
- If you have suffering to the problem of liver disease, Cuprimine/Penicillamine should not be used without consulting of doctor.
- If you have suffering to the problem of passing blood in urine, Cuprimine/Penicillamine should not be used without consulting of doctor.
- If you have suffering to the problem of skin or mouth problems, Cuprimine/Penicillamine should not be used without consulting of doctor.
- If you have suffering to the problem of fiver, Cuprimine/Penicillamine should not be used without consulting of doctor.
- If you have suffering to pregnancy or plan to be pregnant, Cuprimine/Penicillamine should not be used without consulting of doctor.
- If you have suffering to breast-feeding, Cuprimine/Penicillamine should not be used without consulting of doctor.
Under which storage conditions Cuprimine/Penicillamine should be kept?
Cuprimine/Penicillamine should be stored in cupboard at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not store Cuprimine/Penicillamine Capsules in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Keep always Cuprimine/Penicillamine medicine out of the reach of children.
Major drug Manufacturers
- Merck Frosst Ltd
- Alliance Pharmaceuticals
- Wallace Pharmaceuticals
- Paam Pharmaceuticals
- Panacea Pharmaceuticals
- Sharp & Dohme Pharmaceuticals
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals
- Wyeth Pharmaceuticals
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