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Penicillamine
medication Under reviewA chelating agent used to treat Wilson's disease, cystinuria, and severe rheumatoid arthritis.
Research summary
Scientific evidence for penicillamine centers on its efficacy in treating Wilson's disease, cystinuria, and rheumatoid arthritis, with clinical trials and reviews demonstrating significant reductions in disease activity markers like tender joint counts, pain, and erythrocyte sedimentation rate compared to placebo. No studies were identified involving healthy human subjects, limiting insights into benefits or safety for general wellness or supplementation in non-diseased populations. Consensus emphasizes its role as a targeted therapy with notable toxicity risks, including higher withdrawal rates due to adverse reactions.
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Penicillamine - StatPearls
Kusumi RK, Brooks AD
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Chronic autoimmune disease causing joint inflammation
Penicillamine for treating rheumatoid arthritis.
Suarez-Almazor ME, Burls A, Shea B
Studies on the metabolism of D-penicillamine and its interaction with probenecid in cystinuria and rheumatoid arthritis.
Gibbs K, Walshe JM
Research (3 studies)
Penicillamine - StatPearls
Kusumi RK, Brooks AD
Penicillamine for treating rheumatoid arthritis.
Suarez-Almazor ME, Burls A, Shea B
Studies on the metabolism of D-penicillamine and its interaction with probenecid in cystinuria and rheumatoid arthritis.
Gibbs K, Walshe JM
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