Dimercaprol

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What are you taking Dimercaprol for?

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  • Other
  • Arsenic Poisoning
  • Lead Poisoning
  • Mercury Poisoning, Nervous System

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Dimercaprol Cautionary Labels

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Uses of Dimercaprol

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Dimercaprol is used in the treatment of:

  • Arsenic Poisoning
  • Lead Poisoning
  • Mercury Poisoning, Nervous System

This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Dimercaprol Brand Names

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Dimercaprol may be found in some form under the following brand names:

Dimercaprol Drug Class

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Dimercaprol is part of the drug class:

Dimercaprol Interactions

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This is not a complete list of Dimercaproldrug interactions. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Dimercaprol Dosage

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Take dimercaprol exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully.

The Dimercaprol dose your doctor recommends will be based on the following (use any or all that apply):

  • the condition being treated
  • other medical conditions you have
  • other medications you are taking
  • how you respond to this medication
  • your weight
  • your height
  • your age
  • your gender

Dimercaprol is available in the following doses:

  • Dimercaprol 10% Injectable Solution

Forms of Medication

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Dimercaprol is available in the following forms:

  • Injectable Solution
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