Penicillamine (Systemic)
Brand Names : Cuprimine, Depen
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong with its needed effects,
a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side
effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible
if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
Fever; joint pain; lesions on the face, neck, scalp, and/or trunk; skin rash, hives, or itching; swollen and/or painful
glands; ulcers, sores, or white spots on lips or
in mouth
Less common
Bloody or cloudy urine; shortness of
breath, troubled breathing, tightness in chest, or wheezing; sore throat and fever with or without chills; swelling of face, feet, or lower legs; unusual bleeding
or bruising; unusual tiredness or weakness; weight gain
Rare
Abdominal or stomach pain (severe); blisters on skin; bloody or black, tarry stools; chest pain; coughing or hoarseness; dark urine; difficulty in breathing,
chewing, talking, or swallowing; eye pain, blurred
or double vision, or any change in vision; general
feeling of discomfort or illness or weakness; lower
back or side pain; muscle weakness; painful or difficult urination; pale
stools; pinpoint red spots on skin; redness, tenderness, itching, burning, or peeling of skin; red or irritated eyes; red, thick, or
scaly skin; ringing or buzzing in the ears; spitting blood; yellow eyes or skin
Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention.
These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the
medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects
continue or are bothersome:
Other side effects not listed above
may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with
your doctor.
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