pramlintide

Information, Symptoms, Treatments and Resources

Blank
Overview
Information
Posts

What is pramlintide?

Symlin 600 mcg/mL Sub-Q
Drug Name: PRAMLINTIDE VIAL - INJ
Other Brand Names: Symlin
Uses: Pramlintide is used with mealtime insulin and a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. It is used when patients who are already using insulin need better blood sugar control. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Pramlintide acts like a certain natural substance called amylin, which lowers blood sugar. This drug works by slowing the movement of food through your stomach. It also decreases your appetite and the amount of sugar your liver makes. Pramlintide does not replace insulin, but it may lower the amount of insulin you need.
What are the possible side effects of taking pramlintide?
Posts on pramlintide (1)
unstable blood sugar - Diabetes: Type I Expert Forum
- Apr 02, 2013
hi, I always have problems with my blood sugar level. I m using humulin. even though I eat ...
MedHelp Health Answers