DIMERCAPROL

Overview

DIMERCAPROL is a Schedule H drug.
Dimercaprol is a chelating agent that is used to remove a heavy metals such as arsenic, gold, lead and mercury from the blood.It is also used together with another medicine called edetate disodium (EDTA) to treat lead poisoning and also an adjunct to penicillamine to copper poisoning and Wilson Disease. Dimercaprol is used in the treatment of Arsenic poisoning, Lead poisoning and Mercury poisoning.

Usage

DIMERCAPROL is generally used to treat: Arsenic Poisoning, Lead Poisoning, Mercury Poisoning

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IM (Intra-Mascular)

Precautions

  • This medicine contains peanut oil. Tell your doctor if you have a peanut allergy.
  • If possible, before you receive dimercaprol, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have liver or kidney disease.
  • In an emergency situation, it may not be possible before you are treated with dimercaprol to tell your caregivers if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. However, make sure any doctor caring for your pregnancy or your baby knows that you have received this medicine.
  • Dimercaprol is most effective when used within 1 or 2 hours after a poisoning. It may not be as effective in treating long-term poisoning.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DIMERCAPROL over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Drowsiness, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

DIMERCAPROL : Abscess, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Mouth Tingling, Mouth Numbness, Head Headache, Eyes Redness, Eyes Swelling, Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose, Body Excessive Sweating, Fever

Serious Side-Effects

DIMERCAPROL : Anxiety, Hypertension, Tachycardia, Skin Rash, Allergic Skin Disease, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Throat Tightness, Chest Pain, Mouth Burning Sensation, Penis Burning Sensation

Food Interactions

Dimercaprol can bind with certain metals such as iron and selenium, forming a complex that is toxic to the kidneys. Products containing iron or selenium should not be used during dimercaprol therapy. If you are currently receiving or have recently received multivitamin with minerals, let your doctor know before receiving treatment with dimercaprol

Technical Classification

DIMERCAPROL is categorized as: ANTIDOTES / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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