By decreasing the amount of sugar produced by the liver and slowing down the emptying of food from the stomach, Symlin® (pramlintide acetate) can lower blood sugar levels in people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. The drug comes in an injectable form and should be taken before each major meal. The injection is administered just under the skin of the thigh or abdomen (stomach). Potential side effects of Symlin include nausea, vomiting, and headaches.
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