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Tablet
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Alternate Names:Depen (penicillamine)
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What is Depen (penicillamine) used for? |
Depen (penicillamine) is used to treat active rheumatoid arthritis that has not responded to other treatments. Depen (penicillamine) is also used in the treatment of scleroderma and Wilson's disease
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When should Depen (penicillamine) not be taken?
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Do not use Depen (penicillamine) if you are allergic to this or similar medicines or to any ingredient present in Depen (penicillamine), if you are also taking gold (Myochrysine, Ridaura, Solganal), antimalarial (Plaquenil), phenylbutazone (Butazolidine), or cytotoxic drugs (Cytoxan, Imuran, Rheumatrex). |
What precautions should I follow when taking Depen (penicillamine) ?
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Before using Depen (penicillamine), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you are taking any herbal products, if you are taking blood thinners if you have stomach problems if you have peptic ulcers if you have any other medical condition like liver or kidney function impairment, heart ot lung problem |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Depen (penicillamine)?
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Depen (penicillamine) can cause bone marrow suppression and serious kidney disease. All patients who take penicillamine require regular blood and urine testing for monitoring. |
What are the side effects of Depen (penicillamine)?
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Most severe: Loss of appetite, nausea, abdominal pain, and loss of the sense of taste.
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Most common: Rash
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Other: None
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How should I take Depen (penicillamine)?
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How much medicine you take and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Depen (penicillamine) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking Depen (penicillamine) without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Depen (penicillamine). Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.
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How should Depen (penicillamine) be stored?
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Store Depen (penicillamine) in a dry place at room temperature between 59° - 86°F. Keep out of reach of children and pets |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Depen (penicillamine), please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. Depen (penicillamine) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Depen (penicillamine). If you have any questions about Depen (penicillamine), ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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