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Pramlintide Acetate Injection

Latest prescription information about Pramlintide Acetate Injection. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Pramlintide Acetate Injection
Pronunciation : PRAM-lin-tide
Trade Name(s): 
International- Symlin.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : 
This medication is an amylin analog, prescribed for diabetes.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 


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


When it is to be taken : 
SC- For type 1: The recommended initial dose is 15mcg. Maximum: 60mcg.
For type 2: The recommended initial dose is 60mcg. Maximum: 120mcg.
How it should be taken : 
It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider under the skin.
Special Instruction : 
* 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.
Side Effects : 
Nausea, loss of appetite, inflicted Injury, vomiting, joint pain, fatigue, allergic reaction, and dizziness.
Other Precautions : 
* Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it in refrigerator (2°C to 8°C). Do not freeze it.

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