Information about Somatropin

Generic Name : Somatropin
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Somatropin are provided here.

Pronunciation : SOH mah troe pin

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Somatropin, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

Therapeutic Classification : Growth Hormone

Trade Names/Brand Names of Somatropin

India :

Norditropin Nordilet (10mg/1.5mL) | Norditropin Nordilet (5mg/1.5mL) | Norditropin Nordilet (15mg/1.5mg)

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International :

Accretropin, Genotropin, Humatropeeli, Humatrope, Norditropin , Nutropin .

Why is Somatropin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a synthetic human growth hormone, prescribed for growth hormone deficiency and turner syndrome. It works by stimulating growth in patients who do not make enough natural growth hormone.

When should Somatropin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with cancer, premature epiphyseal closure, Prader-Willi syndrome (genetic disorder), obesity, breathing problem, diabetic retinopathy, and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Somatropin?

SC- Growth hormone deficiency- Initial: 6 mcg/kg/day. May increase dose gradually. Max: 12.5 mcg/kg/day.
Turners syndrome: 0.14 IU/kg body weight / day.

How should Somatropin be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider under the skin.

What are the warnings and precautions for Somatropin?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of hormone problems, sugar, eye problems caused by diabetes, under active thyroid, cancer, kidney or liver disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Children with Prader-Willi syndrome may develop with increased risk of severe lung or breathing problem; if it is so consult with your doctor immediately.

• Monitor blood sugar levels and thyroid function regularly while taking this medication.