Symlin

Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes

Treatment

4 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Symlin

What is Symlin

Pramlintide

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Pramlintide is a newly developed diabetes medication created by Amylin Pharmaceuticals. It helps to regulate blood sugar levels by supplementing the hormone amylin, which is usually present in the bloodstream after meals but is deficient in those with diabetes. Pramlintide can be used to treat both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

SymlinPen

is the brand name

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Symlin Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

SymlinPen

Pramlintide

2005

6

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Pramlintide, also known as SymlinPen, is approved by the FDA for 4 uses including Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus .

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Helps manage Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

Helps manage Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

Type 1 Diabetes

Helps manage Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

Type 2 Diabetes

Helps manage Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Effectiveness

How Symlin Affects Patients

Pramlintide is a synthetic hormone-like drug that is meant to replace amylin, a hormone produced by the pancreas that helps regulate sugar levels. People with diabetes often don't have enough amylin in their body. Pramlintide is a chain of 37 amino acids, three of which are different than the amino acids found in human amylin. It is available in the form of an acetate salt.

How Symlin works in the body

Pramlintide is a drug that imitates the effects of the pancreatic hormone amylin in the body. Amylin helps control blood sugar levels, and pramlintide works in the same way. It does this by slowing down the stomach's emptying rate, reducing the body's production of glucagon, and making the user feel fuller, which helps reduce calorie intake and leads to weight loss. Pramlintide attaches to three different receptor complexes in the body, all of which contain the calcitonin receptor and one of three Receptor activity-modifying proteins.

When to interrupt dosage

The recommended dosage of Symlin is contingent upon the identified disorder. The amount of dosage shifts, based on the method of administration (e.g. Injection or Injection - Subcutaneous) listed in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Type 2 Diabetes

, 1.0 mg/mL, 0.6 mg/mL

, Subcutaneous, Injection, Injection - Subcutaneous

Type 1 Diabetes

, 1.0 mg/mL, 0.6 mg/mL

, Subcutaneous, Injection, Injection - Subcutaneous

Warnings

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Symlin.

Common Symlin Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Aclidinium

Major

The risk or severity of reduced gastrointestinal motility can be increased when Pramlintide is combined with Aclidinium.

Amitriptyline

Major

The risk or severity of reduced gastrointestinal motility can be increased when Pramlintide is combined with Amitriptyline.

Amoxapine

Major

The risk or severity of reduced gastrointestinal motility can be increased when Pramlintide is combined with Amoxapine.

Anisotropine methylbromide

Major

The risk or severity of reduced gastrointestinal motility can be increased when Pramlintide is combined with Anisotropine methylbromide.

Aripiprazole

Major

The risk or severity of reduced gastrointestinal motility can be increased when Pramlintide is combined with Aripiprazole.

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Symlin Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Symlin?

300 active trials are being conducted to assess the potential of Symlin in managing symptoms associated with Type 2 Diabetes.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Type 1 Diabetes

190 Actively Recruiting

Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 2, Early Phase 1, Phase 1, Phase 4

Type 2 Diabetes

167 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 4, Early Phase 1

Symlin Reviews: What are patients saying about Symlin?

5

Patient Review

6/1/2010

Symlin for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

Symlin has helped me lose 95 pounds in less than a year, and I continue to see benefits from it. My insulin usage has decreased by 150 units per day on average.

5

Patient Review

9/20/2015

Symlin for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 1

I've seen vast improvements in my health since using this treatment, both physically and mentally. I highly recommend it to others.

5

Patient Review

12/9/2009

Symlin for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

I experienced nausea, vomiting, and sweats. My blood sugar also dropped significantly.

5

Patient Review

10/16/2008

Symlin for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

4

Patient Review

12/29/2010

Symlin for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

The price is the only downside to this pen, which otherwise works great. I don't know how they expect people to keep paying $300 a month, so I'll have to look for a different medication.

4

Patient Review

2/26/2008

Symlin for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

3.3

Patient Review

8/17/2022

Symlin for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 1

I've been using the symlin pen for years, but lately I've had six pens jam up on me, leaving 1/3 of the insulin inaccessible. I changed the pen needles many times, to no avail. Now I have three expired pens with dates from May/June 2023. My pharmacy (Walgreens) won't replace them, so now I'm short on my insulin supply.

2.7

Patient Review

11/17/2014

Symlin for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

I'm disappointed because I haven't seen any results after a week of use. My weight and sugar levels are the same. The good news is that I haven't experienced any side effects.

2.7

Patient Review

8/17/2010

Symlin for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

I've been using symlin for a while now, and it hasn't had any impact on my blood sugar levels. I'm starting to lose hope that this drug will have any benefits for me.

2.7

Patient Review

9/1/2009

Symlin for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

Didn't find this to be very helpful in terms of my appetite, which is why my doctor prescribed it.

2

Patient Review

11/9/2009

Symlin for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

I didn't see much difference when I was using this medication, but as soon as I stopped taking it, I gained 60 pounds. Once I started taking it again, the weight gain stopped. While it's not a "miracle" drug that causes you to lose a lot of weight, it does seem to help control your weight if you're consistent with taking it.

1.7

Patient Review

4/22/2009

Symlin for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

I began using Symlin a few weeks ago, injecting 60mcg 3 times per day. I didn't really see much of a difference. However, I recently upped my dosage to 120 mcg 3 times per day and have noticed significantly better blood sugar levels.

1.3

Patient Review

9/11/2012

Symlin for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 1

It's difficult to tell if this actually injected anything, as it frequently jammed on me. The injection caps are also incredibly annoying and wasteful; I had to throw away so many of them. On top of that, I experienced severe hypoglycemia several times while using this product. All in all, it has a steep learning curve and can be dangerous if not used properly.
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Patient Q&A Section about symlin

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What are the side effects of Symlin?

"Nausea, vomiting, lack of appetite, headache, joint pain, fatigue, allergic reaction, and dizziness are all side effects that can occur when taking this medication."

Answered by AI

Does Symlin cause weight loss?

"Symlin can help with weight loss by making people eat less food overall and snack less often. On average, people who use Symlin lose 6.6 pounds in the first six months."

Answered by AI

Is Symlin still on the market?

"There is no version of Symlin that is equivalent to what is available in the United States currently. There are online pharmacies that may try to sell a generic version of Symlin, but these could be counterfeit and potentially unsafe."

Answered by AI

What is the function of Symlin?

"The medication Symlin (pramlintide) can help to lower blood sugar in cases where fast-acting or mealtime insulin isn't enough. However, it can also cause blood sugar levels to drop dangerously low. This medication is used in addition to mealtime insulin, and is injected under the skin before major meals."

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Clinical Trials for Symlin

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Fish Oil for Type 2 Diabetes

40 - 70
All Sexes
Montreal, Canada

The purpose of this clinical trial is to find out whether one type of fish oil works better than another at improving metabolic health in people who are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Some metabolic problems-such as difficulty controlling blood sugar, unhealthy particles that transport cholesterol in the blood, and poor fat tissue function-can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes. This study aims to determine whether different types of fish oil can: 1. Improve how well the body produces insulin and responds to it, 2. Improve the quality of the particles that carry "bad" cholesterol in the blood, and 3) Improve the health and function of participants' fat tissue. To answer these questions, researchers will compare the effects of two types of fish oil: EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). These will be compared with corn oil, which is used as a placebo and does not contain EPA or DHA. When included in this study, participants will: A) Take softgel capsules containing EPA, DHA, or placebo (corn oil) every day for 12 weeks, B) Keep a daily log to record when they take their study softgels, and C) Visit the research unit six times, including one and a half days before and after the intervention, to complete specialized metabolic tests that are mostly only available in research settings.

Phase 2
Waitlist Available

Institut de recherches cliniques de Montréal (IRCM)

May Faraj, P.Dt., Ph.D.

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Cold Exposure for Type 2 Diabetes

40 - 75
All Sexes
Sherbrooke, Canada

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is a widespread health condition characterized by impaired ability of the body to maintain glucose homeostasis. This impairment often leads to secondary complications, including heart disease, high blood pressure, and poor quality of life. While exercise and healthy eating are effective strategies in managing and preventing T2DM, data shows that long-term adherence to these methods are poor - especially among elderly, individuals with obesity and/or with physical limitations. This clinical study explores cold exposure with shivering as a novel strategy to improve blood sugar control and heart health. In earlier research, spending time in mildly cold environments (around 15-17°C) for a few hours a day improved insulin sensitivity of T2DM patients. Interestingly, these benefits only occurred when the cold caused mild shivering. In a recent 10-day cold acclimation study with overt shivering for minimally 1 hour/day, we observed improved glucose tolerance in participants with overweight/obesity, as well as improved fasting lipid profiles. These results indicate that when accompanied with sufficient level of muscle activation, repeated exposure to cold can beneficially affect both glucose and lipid levels - both of which are impaired in people with T2DM. In this study, we hypothesise that a 10-day cold acclimation with shivering will improve the (peripheral) insulin sensitivity of patients with T2DM, accompanied by enhanced skeletal muscle FA uptake and oxidation as assessed via the 11C palmitate uptake.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Centre de recherche du CHUS

Denis P. Blondin, PhD

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Nutrition Education and Support for Pregestational Diabetes

18+
Female
Columbus, OH

Nutrition insecurity (inclusive of food insecurity + poor diet quality) is a fundamental social need that must be addressed to improve treatment and health outcomes for high-risk pregnant women with pregestational type 1 and 2 diabetes, poor glucose control, and food insecurity for whom a healthy diet is critical. The NOURISH trial will provide evidence of a scalable, integrated, and theory-based healthcare-community partnership that includes weekly nutritious produce home delivery, monthly clinic-integrated diabetes, nutrition, and culinary group education, and continuous social needs assessment and support to improve glucose control and pregnancy outcomes. Given the increasing burden and devasting consequences of nutrition insecurity among high-risk pregnant women with diabetes and unmet social needs, NOURISH-an innovative and sustainable healthcare-community partnership-will have significant public health benefit.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center OB/GYN Maternal and Fetal Medicine

Daniel Walker, PhD

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Rapid Treatment Approach for Chronic Kidney Disease

18 - 84
All Sexes
Temple, TX

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if starting four kidney disease medicines quickly and together (a rapid treatment approach) is safe and works well in people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Is it safe to start these medicines over a short period of time? * How often do kidney function changes or high potassium levels occur? * Does this approach lower protein in the urine (a sign of kidney damage)? * How many participants are able to stay on all four medicines over 6 months? Researchers will compare this approach to usual care, where medicines are started one at a time over several months. Participants will: Be assigned by chance to either this approach or usual care Start up to four approved kidney medicines over about 8 weeks (rapid treatment approach) or follow standard care Have regular clinic visits and lab tests to check kidney function and potassium levels Be followed for about 6 months

Phase 4
Waitlist Available

Baylor Scott and White Medical Center- Temple

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HP-211 for Type 2 Diabetes

18+
All Sexes
Canoga Park, CA

Blood sugar levels are controlled by insulin, a hormone made by cells in the pancreas. After a meal, carbohydrates are broken down into glucose which is absorbed from the intestine into the blood leading to a rise in glucose (blood sugar) which triggers the secretion of insulin. Insulin binds to cells in several tissues including liver, muscle, and fat, triggering cells to take up glucose and bring the blood glucose level back to normal. A high blood sugar level is known as diabetes. The most common form of diabetes, type 2 diabetes, is caused by insulin resistance; that is, a reduced ability of insulin to stimulate glucose uptake into cells. The body compensates for insulin resistance by making more insulin; type 2 diabetes occurs when the pancreas can no longer make enough insulin to control blood glucose. The high blood glucose and insulin levels lead to long-term complications such as heart attacks, kidney failure, reduced sensation and poor circulation in the feet and legs. High insulin levels also increase the incidence of cancers, stroke, and dementia. Reducing blood glucose levels with oral medications and insulin reduces risk of diabetic complications. There are several types of oral medications available for treating diabetes; however, they do not always control blood glucose adequately. In addition, these drugs have complications and are not used to treat insulin resistance and prediabetes - a condition when blood glucose is higher than normal but not high enough to be classified as diabetes. Prediabetes often progresses to diabetes over a period of months or years. Effective and safe treatments for insulin resistance may prevent the onset of diabetes or even reverse diabetes if diagnosed in its early stages before substantial damage to the pancreas has occurred. HP-211 is a botanical extract whose active ingredients are derived from herbs and vegetables present in normal diets. HP-211 has been shown in laboratory studies in cell culture, in animal studies, and in a previous Phase 1 study to enhance the ability of insulin to stimulate glucose uptake into cells. Thus, HP-211 may reduce the blood glucose and circulating insulin levels of subjects with type 2 diabetes after a meal. HP-211 may also reduce glucose and insulin responses to a greater extent in insulin-resistant as compared to insulin-sensitive subjects. Subjects will take 0, 1, 2 or 3 tablets of HP-211 in the morning and evening for 90 days. Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c, or "A1c"), a measure of the average amount of glucose present in the blood, will be measured during the trial period.

Phase 2
Recruiting

Alliance Clinical Canoga Park (Hope Clinical Research) (+24 Sites)

Housey Healthcare ULC

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Continuous Glucose Monitoring for Diabetes

18+
All Sexes
New York, NY

This is an investigator initiated prospective, randomized controlled trial which aims to compare two groups of patients with either type 2 or steroid-induced diabetes who are discharged with insulin. The intervention group will use the Libre 3 Plus continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system at discharge, while the control group will use blinded CGM and fingerstick monitoring. Both the intervention and control groups will wear the sensor for 28 days post discharge and participate in telehealth diabetes management visits. The target enrollment for the study is 65 participants and participants are expected to be in the study for up to 35 days.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Grenye O'Malley, MD

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