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Pramlintide Acetate Injection - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Information about Pramlintide Acetate Injection

Generic Name : Pramlintide Acetate Injection
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Pramlintide Acetate Injection are provided here.

Pronunciation : PRAM-lin-tide

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Pramlintide Acetate Injection, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.
You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.


ICD Code : Y52.6 Therapeutic Classification : Antihyperglycemics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Pramlintide Acetate Injection

International :


Symlin

Why is Pramlintide Acetate Injection Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an amylin analog, prescribed for diabetes. It slows down food digestion.

When should Pramlintide Acetate Injection not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with low blood sugar, gastroparesis, and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Pramlintide Acetate Injection?

SC- For type 1: The recommended initial dose is 15mcg. Maximum: 60mcg.
For type 2: The recommended initial dose is 60mcg. Maximum: 120mcg.

How should Pramlintide Acetate Injection be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider under the skin.

What are the warnings and precautions for Pramlintide Acetate Injection?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe low blood sugar within the past 6 months, diabetic nerve disease, high hemoglobin A1c, who are on dialysis, vision problem, co-ordination problem, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Follow the diet and exercise program as directed by your physician.

• Monitor fasting blood sugar levels and hemoglobin A1c regularly while taking this medication.

• It should not be used in children.

What are the side effects of Pramlintide Acetate Injection?

Nausea, loss of appetite, inflicted Injury, vomiting, joint pain, fatigue, allergic reaction, and dizziness.

What are the other precautions for Pramlintide Acetate Injection?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Pramlintide Acetate Injection?

Store it in refrigerator (2°C to 8°C). Do not freeze it.
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