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Jollimine Capsule

Jollimine Capsule

Penicillamine (250mg)

Jolly Healthcare
Arthritis
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About This Medicine

Product description & overview

Jollimine Capsule contains Penicillamine 250 mg, a chelating agent primarily indicated for the treatment of Wilson’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and cystinuria. Penicillamine acts by binding to excess copper and other heavy metals, facilitating their excretion through the urine, thereby reducing toxic accumulation in tissues. In Wilson’s disease, Jollimine helps prevent hepatic and neurological damage by promoting copper elimination. For rheumatoid arthritis, it exhibits immunomodulatory effects, reducing inflammation and slowing disease progression in patients unresponsive to conventional therapies. In cystinuria, Penicillamine decreases cystine stone formation by increasing cystine solubility in urine. The capsule should be administered orally, with dosage individualized based on the condition and patient response. Common adverse effects may include gastrointestinal disturbances, rash, leukopenia, and proteinuria; therefore, regular monitoring of blood counts, renal, and liver function is recommended during therapy. Jollimine is contraindicated in patients with penicillamine hypersensitivity and should be used cautiously in pregnancy and lactation. Concomitant use with other immunosuppressants or nephrotoxic drugs requires careful supervision. Proper adherence to prescribed dosage and monitoring schedules is essential to maximize therapeutic benefits and minimize potential risks associated with Penicillamine therapy.

Active composition

Penicillamine 250 mg

About Penicillamine

Penicillamine is primarily used to treat severe rheumatoid arthritis, Wilson's disease, and cystinuria. It functions as a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD) in rheumatoid arthritis, reducing inflammation and joint damage. In Wilson's disease, it chelates excess copper, facilitating its excretion. Its clinical relevance lies in managing autoimmune disorders and metal toxicity. In summary, Penicillamine is crucial for treating specific conditions involving copper accumulation and autoimmune processes.

How It Works

Penicillamine chelates heavy metals, facilitating their renal excretion, and modulates the immune response by inhibiting T-cell activation.

Medicine Strength
250 mg

Dosage & How to Use

Dosage information not available. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Safety Advice

Important precautions

Side Effect Occurrence

Based on clinical trials and patient reports.

Overall Tolerance

Most patients tolerate well

Only 2.3% reported effects

Common Side Effects

Headache8%
Nausea5%
Dizziness3%
Fatigue2%
Rash1%
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Safety Advice

Alcohol

Jollimine Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

High Risk

Pregnancy

Jollimine Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Taking Jollimine Capsule right after nursing and waiting for 4 to 6 hours before nursing again will minimize the harmful effects to the baby.

Medical Advice

Driving

Jollimine Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Jollimine Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Jollimine Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Exercise Caution

Breastfeeding

Jollimine Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

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Kidney

Jollimine Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Jollimine Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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