# Penicillamine (Penicillamine)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/penicillamine
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Penicillamine?

Penicillamine is an antirheumatic agent. It is prescribed to treat mercury poisoning, cystinuria, liver cirrhosis.

## Brand names

Penicillamine

## Indications

Penicillamine is prescribed for several conditions including mercury poisoning, cystinuria, liver cirrhosis, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Mercury Poisoning](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/mercury-poisoning)
- [Cystinuria](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/cystinuria)
- [Liver Cirrhosis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/liver-cirrhosis)
- [Biliary](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/biliary)
- [Lead Poisoning](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/lead-poisoning)
- [Arthritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/arthritis)
- [Rheumatoid](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/rheumatoid)
- [Hepatolenticular Degeneration](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/hepatolenticular-degeneration)

## Mechanism of action

Penicillamine belongs to a class of medications known as antirheumatic agent [epc]s.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Antirheumatic Agent [EPC]
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

and thrombocytopenia, early and late rashes, leukopenia, or occasional diarrhea may occur, or total loss of taste perception

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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