Succimer

Succimer is 2, 3- dimercaptosuccinic acid (DMSA), a chelating (binding)agent Succimer is used to treat lead poisoning.


Brands
Adult Dose
Dose:
Single Dose:
Frequency:
Route:
Instructions: Not recommended in this age group
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Characteristics
. It is of Synthetic origin. . The Molecular Weight of Succimer is 182.20.
Contraindications
Succimer is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Succimer, which give rise to further complications include Mild to modrate neutropenia.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Succimer are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Drowsiness, Skin RashX, Flu like syndrome, GI disorders, Increase in serum transaminase.
Indications
Succimer is primarily indicated in conditions like Arsenic poisoning, Lead poisoning, Mercury poisoning.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Succimer was found.
Interfrence
Elevations of SGPT and SGOT False +ve test for Ketone bodies in Urine Increased Alkaline Phosphatase LevelsIncreased serum cholesterolFalsely decreased measurements of CPKFalsely decreased measurements of serum uric acid
Risks
Drug should not be given to Paediatrics, Cardiac / Hypertensive Patients, patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction, and patients suffering from Liver Malfunction.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Caps Store in a well closed container, Between 15°C-25°C. Protect from Sunlight, Moisture and Heat.
Warnings
It should be used with caution in patients with impaired renal function or with a history of hepatic disorder.
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