Comparing Cuprimine vs Galzin
Cupriminepenicillamine |
Galzinzinc acetate |
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Prescribed for Wilson's Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Cystinuria. Cuprimine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Prescribed for Wilson's Disease, Zinc Deficiency. Galzin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Choose a suggestion belowWilson's Disease
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Prescription only |
Prescription only |
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Ratings & ReviewsRecent helpful reviews |
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N/A |
N/A |
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Drug Class |
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Side Effects |
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Common side effects include: cheilosis, epigastric pain, glossitis, oral mucosa ulcer, ageusia, and dysgeusia. See the full Cuprimine side effects document. |
See the full Galzin side effects document. |
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Pricing and Coupons* Prices are without insurance |
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Generic Availability |
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No |
No |
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Dosage Form(s) Available |
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Brand Names |
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| Other penicillamine brands include: D-Penamine, Depen, Depen Titratabs |
N/A |
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Half LifeThe half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. |
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3.2 hours |
N/A |
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CSA Schedule**View glossary of terms. |
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Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Pregnancy Category |
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Category D
Positive evidence of risk
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
Category A
Studies show no risk
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
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FDA Alerts |
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N/A |
N/A |
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Drug Interactions |
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A total of 168 drugs are known to interact with Cuprimine:
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A total of 120 drugs are known to interact with Galzin:
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Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions |
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Disease Interactions |
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No results found - however, this does not necessarily mean no warnings exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist. |
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First Approval Date |
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December 04, 1970 |
January 28, 1997 |
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WADA ClassView World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. |
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N/A |
N/A |
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More Information |
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Consumer Resources |
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Professional Resources |
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Related Treatment Guide |
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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
