Symlin
OVERDOSE
Single 10 mg doses of SYMLIN (83 times the maximum dose of 120 mcg) were administered to three healthy volunteers. Severe nausea was reported in all three individuals and was associated with vomiting, diarrhea, vasodilatation, and dizziness. No hypoglycemia was reported. SYMLIN has a short half-life and in the case of overdose, supportive measures are indicated.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
SYMLIN is contraindicated in patients with any of the following:
- a known hypersensitivity to SYMLIN or any of its components, including metacresol;
- a confirmed diagnosis of gastroparesis;
- hypoglycemia unawareness.
Generic Name: Pramlintide Acetate Injection
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