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Otide 0.1 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Acromegaly are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Otide 0.1 Injection have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Otide 0.1 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Otide 0.1 Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Weight gain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Otide 0.1 Injection as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Otide 0.1 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Otide 0.1 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Otide 0.1 Injection related warnings talks about Otide 0.1 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Otide 0.1 Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Otide 0.1 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Otide 0.1 Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Otide 0.1 Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Otide 0.1 Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Otide 0.1 Injection is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Otide 0.1 Injection safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Otide will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Otide 0.1 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Otide in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Otide 0.1 Injection on the Kidneys?
Otide can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Otide 0.1 Injection on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Otide. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Otide 0.1 Injection on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Otide. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Otide 0.1 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Otide 0.1 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Otide 0.1 Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Otide 0.1 Injection as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Otide 0.1 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Otide 0.1 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Otide 0.1 Injection
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Otide 0.1 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Otide 0.1 Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Otide 0.1 Injection with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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