Chemet (Succimer) Drug Center: Guide to Drug Information for Professionals, Patients and Caregivers at RxList

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May 26, 2012

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Chemet Drug Center

What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Chemet Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

CHEMET (succimer) is indicated for the treatment of lead poisoning in pediatric patients with blood lead levels above 45 µg/dL. CHEMET (succimer) is not indicated for prophylaxis of lead poisoning in a lead-containing environment; the use of CHEMET (succimer) should always be accompanied by identification and removal of the source of the lead exposure.

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What is Chemet Prescribing Information?

Drug Description - Indications & Dosage - Side Effects & Drug Interactions - Warnings & Precautions - Contraindications - Medication Guide and More

What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Chemet Patient Information: Side Effects

Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following rare but serious side effects to succimer:

an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
skin rash or sores in the mouth; or
signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, or coughing.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take succimer and talk to your doctor if you experience

nausea, vomiting, or decreased...

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What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Chemet Consumer Information: Uses

This medication is used to treat lead poisoning. It works by binding to the lead so that it may be removed by your kidneys. Removing lead from your body will lower the chance of severe problems caused by lead poisoning.

HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually every 8 or 12 hours, or as directed by your doctor. Swallow the capsules whole. If you have trouble swallowing the capsule, you may open the capsule and sprinkle the contents on soft food (such as applesauce). Swallow all of the drug/food mixture immediately with...

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