Succimer (Succimer)
Overview of Succimer
Succimer is 2, 3- dimercaptosuccinic acid (DMSA), a chelating (binding)agent Succimer is used to treat lead poisoning.
Indication of Succimer
Succimer is primarily indicated in conditions like Arsenic poisoning, Lead poisoning, Mercury poisoning.
Contraindication of Succimer
Succimer is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Side Effects of Succimer
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.
Precautions of Succimer
It should be used with caution in patients with impaired renal function or with a history of hepatic disorder.