Octreotide Medication Information
Get detailed information on Octreotide, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Octreotide provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Octreotide Pronunciation : Oct-reeo-tyde ICD Code : Y51.1 Therapeutic Classification : Cholinergic AgentsTrade Names/Brand Names of Octreotide
India :
Actide (100 mcg) |
Octronis |
Octate (100mcg) |
Octride |
Sandostatin (0.1 mg) |
Varitide (100 mcg) |
Sandostatin (0.1mg) |
Sandostatin (0.05mg) |
Octate |
Sandostatin
International :
Sandostatin.
Why is Octreotide Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a synthetic octapeptide, prescribed for acromegaly. It is also used to control diarrhea and flushing caused by cancer. It decreases the amount of certain natural substances produced by the body.When should Octreotide not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Octreotide?
Initial: SC- The recommended dose is 50 - 100µg twice a day. It may be increased upto 500µg twice a day.How should Octreotide be taken?
It comes as a solution to be administered by a healthcare provider under the skin.What are the warnings and precautions for Octreotide?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of gallstones, kidney disease, sugar, thyroid problems, heart disease, poor nutrition, elderly, children, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or vision changes, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• It may affect blood sugar level with confusion, drowsiness or increased thirst; if it is so consult with your doctor.
• Monitor blood sugar level, growth hormone level and thyroid function regularly while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Octreotide?
Most Common - Diarrhea, gall stone formation, abdominal pain, nausea, hair loss, headache and nose bleed.♦ Blood- Decrease in platelet counts.
Miscellaneous - Dizziness, generalized pain, muscle pain, itching, rash, fatigue and flatulence.
