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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) facts

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that can cause chronic inflammation of the joints and other areas of the body.
Rheumatoid arthritis can affect people of all ages.
The cause of rheumatoid arthritis is not known.
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic disease, characterized by periods of disease flares and remissions.
In rheumatoid arthritis, multiple joints are usually, but not always, affected in a symmetrical pattern.
Chronic inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis can cause permanent joint destruction and deformity.
Damage to joints can occur early and does not correlate with the severity of symptoms.
The "rheumatoid factor" is an antibody that can be found in the blood of 80% of people with rheumatoid arthritis.
There is no known cure for rheumatoid arthritis.
The treatment of rheumato...

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Cuprimine Patient Information Including Side Effects

Brand Names: Cuprimine, Depen

Generic Name: penicillamine (Pronunciation: pen ih SILL ah meen)

What is penicillamine (Cuprimine)?

Penicillamine is a chelating agent. It attaches to other chemicals in the body, which aids in their removal.

Penicillamine is used to remove excess copper associated with Wilson's disease. It is also used to reduce cystine in the urine and to treat severe rheumatoid arthritis.

Penicillamine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Depen 250 mg

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What are the possible side effects of penicillamine (Cuprimine)?

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:

an allergic reaction (shortness of breath; closing of your throat; difficulty breathing; swelling of your lips, face, or tongue; or hives);
fever or chills;
a sore throat;
unusual bleeding or bruising;
blood in the urine;
unexplained shortness of breath, coughing, or wheezing;
abdominal pain;
yellow skin or eyes;
muscle weakness; or
double vision.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take penicillamine and notify your doctor if you experience

itching or a rash;
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or decreased appetite;
ringing in the ears;
decreased taste;
sores in the mouth;
poor wound healing; or
increased wrinkling of the skin.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about penicillamine (Cuprimine)?

Notify your doctor immediately if you develop fever; chills; a sore throat; unusual bruising or bleeding; blood in your urine, unexplained shortness of breath, coughing, or wheezing; muscle weakness; or double vision. These symptoms could be early signs of dangerous side effects.

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