Pleural effusion associated with D-penicillamine therapy: a case report

J Clin Pharm Ther. 1996 Feb;21(1):15-7. doi: 10.1046/j.1365-2710.1996.89075890.x.

Abstract

This case report illustrates the occurrence of a large pleural effusion associated with long-term D-penicillamine therapy. This complication has not previously been reported.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Antidotes / administration & dosage
  • Antidotes / adverse effects*
  • Drainage
  • Female
  • Hepatolenticular Degeneration / drug therapy*
  • Humans
  • Penicillamine / administration & dosage
  • Penicillamine / adverse effects*
  • Pleural Effusion / etiology*
  • Pleural Effusion / therapy

Substances

  • Antidotes
  • Penicillamine