SYMLIN
Used for Type 2 Diabetes and Type 1 Diabetes
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Manufactured by AstraZeneca
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SYMLIN Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing
What is SYMLIN?
SYMLIN is the brand name for pramlintide and is available as a subcutaneous injection.
What dosages is SYMLIN available in?
SYMLIN is available as a:
- 1.5 mL SymlinPen 60 disposable multidose pen-injector, (1000 mcg/mL) for 15, 30, 45, and 60 mcg doses
- 2.7 mL SymlinPen 120 disposable multidose pen-injector, (1000 mcg/mL) for 60 and 120 mcg doses
What is SYMLIN used for?
SYMLIN is an amylin analog that is used to treat:
- Type 1 diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes
How does SYMLIN work?
SYMLIN is an amylin analog. It’s a man-made version of human amylin. Amylin helps lower blood sugar in three ways: making you feel full after meals, lowering the amount of sugars released by your body, and lowering the amount of calories your body absorbs.
How do I take SYMLIN?
SYMLIN is typically dosed as follows:
- Type 1 diabetes: The medication starts at 15 mcg injected subcutaneously (under the skin) before major meals. If you don’t feel nauseous after three days, the dose is raised (usually around 30 mcg to 60 mcg before major meals)
- Type 2 diabetes: The medication starts at 60 mcg injected subcutaneously (under the skin) before major meals. If you don’t feel nauseous after three days, the dose is raised to 120 mcg before major meals
Is it safe for me to take SYMLIN?
SYMLIN is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication in the following:
- Prior serious hypersensitivity reaction to SYMLIN or its ingredients
- Hypoglycemia unawareness
- Confirmed gastroparesis
SYMLIN Common Side Effects
Common side effects of SYMLIN:
- Nausea
- Loss of appetite
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Tiredness
- Joint pain
- Dizziness
SYMLIN Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with SYMLIN. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Allergic reactions
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on SYMLIN
The following medications may interact with SYMLIN:
- Insulin: SYMLIN and insulin must not be mixed and must be administered as separate injections
- Oral Medications: SYMLIN has the potential to delay the absorption of concomitantly administered oral medications. Oral medications should be administered at least 1 hour prior to SYMLIN injection or 2 hours after SYMLIN injection
- Drugs Affecting Gastrointestinal Motility: Due to its effects on gastric emptying, SYMLIN should not be considered for patients taking medications that alter gastrointestinal motility (e.g., anticholinergic agents such as atropine) or medications that slow the intestinal absorption of nutrients (e.g., alpha-glucosidase inhibitors).
Drugs Affecting Glucose Metabolism:
- The following are examples of medications that may increase the susceptibility to hypoglycemiawhen administered with SYMLIN: oral anti-diabetic products, angiotensin converting enzyme
- (ACE) inhibitors, disopyramide, fibrates, fluoxetine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors pentoxifylline, propoxyphene, salicylates, somatostatin analogs, and sulfonamide antibiotics
- SYMLIN and these drugs should be coadministered with caution
Who makes SYMLIN?
AstraZeneca
Is SYMLIN safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if SYMLIN will harm your unborn baby. You and your healthcare provider should decide how to best control your blood sugar levels during pregnancy.
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