Review the side-effects of Succimer as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, loose stools and metallic taste in mouth.
Body as a Whole - Back pain, abdominal cramps, stomach pain, head pain, rib pain, chills, fever, flu-like symptoms and headache.
Metabolic - Increased alkaline phosphatase and serum cholesterol levels.
Central Nervous System - Drowsiness, dizziness, sleepiness and numbness.
Skin - Rash and itching.
Eye and ENT - Watery eyes and inflammation of middle ear.
Respiratory - Sore throat, runny nose, nasal congestion and cough.
Heart - Abnormal heart rhythm.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, loose stools and metallic taste in mouth.
Body as a Whole - Back pain, abdominal cramps, stomach pain, head pain, rib pain, chills, fever, flu-like symptoms and headache.
Metabolic - Increased alkaline phosphatase and serum cholesterol levels.
Central Nervous System - Drowsiness, dizziness, sleepiness and numbness.
Skin - Rash and itching.
Eye and ENT - Watery eyes and inflammation of middle ear.
Respiratory - Sore throat, runny nose, nasal congestion and cough.
Heart - Abnormal heart rhythm.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Succimer
Succimer(Chemet) generic is a lead chelator, prescribed for the treatment of lead poisoning. It works by trapping lead in the body and removing it in the urine.Brand Names or Trade Names of Succimer
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