Varioct Information

Varioct, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Acromegaly. The alternative uses of Varioct have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Varioct. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Varioct include Weight gain. Some other side effects of Varioct have been listed ahead. These side effects of Varioct are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Varioct's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Varioct related warnings talks about Varioct's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Varioct is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Varioct are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Varioct may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Varioct is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Varioct Benefits & Uses
Varioct Dosage & How to Take
Varioct Side Effects
Varioct Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Varioct with Other Drugs
Varioct Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Varioct
Varioct Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Varioct Benefits & Uses

Varioct is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Varioct 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

Varioct Related Warnings

Is the use of Varioct safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Varioct in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Varioct safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Varioct for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Varioct on the Kidneys?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Varioct on the Liver?

Varioct 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 Varioct on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Varioct with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Varioct Contraindications

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

Gallstones
Allergy
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Varioct

Is this Varioct habit forming or addictive?

Varioct is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Varioct as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Varioct should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Varioct for mental disorders.

No

Varioct Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Varioct

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Varioct, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Varioct

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Varioct.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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