Penicillamine Capsules Compounded
Penicillamine (D-) is a chelating agent used by some veterinarians to treat pets suffering from heavy metal poisoning like lead, copper or mercury toxicity.
This medication requires a prescription.
To process your order we will require a prescription from you or your Prescriber. We will only compound and dispense upon receipt of a valid patient specific prescription. Please note that our compounds are exclusively provided for individual patient and are not for office use.
- Your prescriber can mail or fax in the prescription
- You can mail in the original prescription
- We can contact your prescriber for you
- You can transfer your prescription from another pharmacy
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- Fax to (800) 786-1405 or (844) 922-7379
- Send electronically (e-prescribe) by:
- Searching for CareFirst Specialty Pharmacy in Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
- Using our NCPDP# 3151266
- Phone into (844) 822-7379
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- Please complete the prescriber form online
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Penicillamine (D-) is a chelating agent used by some veterinarians to treat pets suffering from heavy metal poisonings like lead, copper or mercury toxicity. If strength is not listed, please contact a CareFirst Customer Representative for more information.
Pronunciation:
(Pen-i-sill-a-meen)
Other Names:
Brand Names (U.S.): Depen, Cuprimine
Drug Class:
Antidote; Chelating Agent
Mechanism of Action:
Chelates with lead, copper, mercury and other heavy metals to form stable, soluble complexes that are excreted in urine; depresses circulating IgM rheumatoid factor, depresses T-cell but not B-cell activity; combines with cystine to form a compound which is more soluble, thus cystine calculi are prevented
Drug Interactions:
Do not take with the following medications: chloroquine, quinacrine, Zinc, iron, calcium, magnesium, antacids, gold compounds, cyclophosphamide, azathioprine, phenylbutazone, pyridoxine
Adverse Effects:
Common side effects you might experience: Nausea, vomiting and depression, fever, skin friability and impaired healing
Tell your doctor if you begin to have any of these symptoms following penicillamine administration:
- Signs of an allergic reaction like a rash, hives, itching, trouble breathing, wheezing, tightness in the chest and/or throat.
Administration:
Use this drug as ordered by your prescriber. Generally, penicillamine should be given on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before feeding
Dosing:
Contact your healthcare provider for specific dosing instructions.
Pregnancy:
Pregnancy Category D
Breastfeeding:
Should not nurse while taking penicillamine
References:
Penicillamine (D-)
Consult your veterinarian
This is a compounded medication specifically made for your pet based on a prescription from your licensed veterinarian. Compounded medications are not returnable.
Troches and suppositories require refrigeration (ice packs) and will incur an extra charge of $19.95 per order.