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Octate is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acromegaly. Octate also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Octate depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Octate also has some side effects, the most common being Weight gain. Some other side effects of Octate have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Octate go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Octate has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Octate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Octate related warnings section.
Octate is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Octate contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Octate with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Octate, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Octate is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Octate safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Octate in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Octate safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Octate for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Octate on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Octate. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Octate on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Octate. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Octate only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Octate on the Heart?
Octate can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Octate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Octate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Octate habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Octate is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Octate does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Octate should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Octate in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Octate
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Octate and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Octate
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Octate with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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