Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Symlin Injection
Symlin Injection
| Generic name | pramlintide acetate |
|---|---|
| Drug class | amylin analog |
| Forms | 1.5 mL SymlinPen 60 disposable multidose pen-injector (1000 mcg/mL) for 15, 30, 45, and 60 mcg doses, 2.7 mL SymlinPen 120 disposable multidose pen-injector (1000 mcg/mL) for 60 and 120 mcg doses |
Symlin is a man-made version of a hormone called amylin that your body normally makes. It is given by injection along with insulin to help people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar, especially after meals.
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