Succimer
- Generic Name
- Succimer
- Brand Names
- Chemet
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C4H6O4S2
- CAS Number
- 304-55-2
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- DX1U2629QE
- Background
A mercaptodicarboxylic acid used as an antidote to heavy metal poisoning because it forms strong chelates with them.
- Indication
For the treatment of lead poisoning in pediatric patients with blood lead levels above 45 µg/dL. May also be used to treat mercury or arsenic poisoning.
- Associated Conditions
- Arsenic Poisoning, Lead Poisoning, Mercury Poisoning, Blood lead levels above 45 mcg/dL Lead poisoning
- Associated Therapies
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