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Drug info for Pramlintide
Action
Imitates Amylin |
Inhibits glucagon & slows gastric emptying |
Indication
Can be used in patients with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes |
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Adverse Effects
Nausea |
Severe hypoglycemia can occur if taken with insulin |
Drug Interactions
Anything that slows gastric emptying such as Opioids or Loperamide |
Nursing Interventions
Administer SubQ |
Inject 2 in away from insulin injection site |
Take before major meals |
Hold medication if skipped meal |
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