Octreotide



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  • Contains / Salt: Octreotide


Octreotide Information



Octreotide Benefits & Uses

Octreotide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Octreotide Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Acromegaly
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mcg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Dose may increase 500 mcg, TID if necessary
Geriatric
  • Disease: Acromegaly
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mcg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Dose may increase 500 mcg, TID if necessary


Octreotide Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Octreotide is used -

Moderate

Mild

  • Diarrhoea
  • पेट दर्द
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • पेट की गैस
  • Headache
  • Injection Site Allergic Reaction
  • Hair Loss
  • Tiredness

Common

  • Weight gain

Octreotide Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Octreotide safe for pregnant women?


    The effects of Octreotide on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Octreotide safe during breastfeeding?


    In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Octreotide in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Octreotide is unavailable.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Octreotide on the Kidneys?


    There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Octreotide. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Octreotide on the Liver?


    Octreotide may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Octreotide on the Heart?


    Octreotide 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.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Octreotide with Other Drugs

Octreotide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Octreotide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Octreotide unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Octreotide

  • Is this Octreotide habit forming or addictive?


    Octreotide is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Octreotide since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Octreotide only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Octreotide is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Octreotide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Octreotide


    There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Octreotide with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Octreotide


    Information about the interaction of Octreotide and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 930-931

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 238

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sandostatin® Lar Depot (octreotide acetate)



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