What is Dimercaptosuccinic Acid (Succimer)?
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TYPES:Generic: Dimercaptosuccinic Acid (Succimer)Brand:
Dimercaptosuccinic Acid, or succimer, is an antidote. It is used to treat lead poisoning.
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How do members experience Dimercaptosuccinic Acid (Succimer)?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy metal toxicity | 13 | 9 | |
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 2 | 4 | |
| Burning mouth syndrome | 1 | 1 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Nausea | 2 | |
| Blood in stool | 1 | |
| Bone pain | 1 | |
| Decreased appetite | 1 | |
| Easily angry | 1 | |
| Easily upset | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 2 | |
| Moderate | 1 | |
| Mild | 2 | |
| None | 5 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on Oct 13, 2012
- Perceived effectiveness for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: None
- Side effects: None
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