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Octate 0.1 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acromegaly. Other than this, Octate 0.1 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Octate 0.1 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Octate 0.1 Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Weight gain. While these are the most often observed Octate 0.1 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Octate 0.1 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Octate 0.1 Injection has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Octate 0.1 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Octate 0.1 Injection related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Octate 0.1 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Octate 0.1 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Octate 0.1 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Octate 0.1 Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Octate 0.1 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 0.1 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 0.1 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 0.1 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 0.1 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 0.1 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 0.1 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Octate 0.1 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Octate 0.1 Injection is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Octate 0.1 Injection does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Octate 0.1 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Octate 0.1 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Octate 0.1 Injection
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Octate 0.1 Injection and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Octate 0.1 Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Octate 0.1 Injection with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
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