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Octate 0.05 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Acromegaly are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Octate 0.05 Injection have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Octate 0.05 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Octate 0.05 Injection include Weight gain. Some other side effects of Octate 0.05 Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Octate 0.05 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Octate 0.05 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Octate 0.05 Injection related warnings talks about Octate 0.05 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Octate 0.05 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Octate 0.05 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Octate 0.05 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Octate 0.05 Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Octate 0.05 Injection 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 0.05 Injection 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 0.05 Injection 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 0.05 Injection 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 0.05 Injection 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 0.05 Injection 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Octate 0.05 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Octate 0.05 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Octate 0.05 Injection is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Octate 0.05 Injection does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Octate 0.05 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Octate 0.05 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Octate 0.05 Injection
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Octate 0.05 Injection and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Octate 0.05 Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Octate 0.05 Injection with alcohol will be.
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