Pramlintide Benefits & Uses

Pramlintide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 1

Other Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Pramlintide Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 1 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 60 mcg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 15 - 60 mcg given before each meal, dose depends upon the body sugar level
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 1 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 60 mcg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 15 - 60 mcg given before each meal, dose depends upon the body sugar level

Pramlintide Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pramlintide is used -

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness
Cough
Throat Irritation
Joint pain
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Tiredness

Common

Loss of appetite

Pramlintide Related Warnings

Is the use of Pramlintide safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Pramlintide on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Pramlintide safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Pramlintide for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Pramlintide on the Kidneys?

Pramlintide rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Pramlintide on the Liver?

Pramlintide may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Pramlintide on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Pramlintide. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Pramlintide with Other Drugs

Pramlintide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Aspirin

Carvedilol

Furosemide

Gatifloxacin

Pramlintide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pramlintide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Gastroparesis
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Pramlintide

Is this Pramlintide habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Pramlintide.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Pramlintide. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Pramlintide only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Pramlintide is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Pramlintide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pramlintide

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Pramlintide with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Pramlintide

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Pramlintide.

Unknown