CUPRIMINE vs IODOTOPE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. CUPRIMINE and IODOTOPE are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	CUPRIMINE	IODOTOPE
Rating	74/100	New
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	PENICILLAMINE	SODIUM IODIDE I-131
Manufacturer	Valeant Pharm Intl	Bracco
Dosage forms	Capsule	Capsule, Solution
Drug class	Antirheumatic Agent	—
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	None
Treats	Rheumatoid Arthritis, Cystinuria, Hepatolenticular Degeneration	—

cuprimine iodotope

Rating

74/100

New

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

PENICILLAMINE

SODIUM IODIDE I-131

Manufacturer

Valeant Pharm Intl

Bracco

Dosage forms

Capsule

Capsule, Solution

Drug class

Antirheumatic Agent

—

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Rheumatoid Arthritis, Cystinuria, Hepatolenticular Degeneration

—

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Cuprimine and Iodotope?

Cuprimine contains Penicillamine, while Iodotope contains Sodium Iodide I-131 — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.