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Somatostatin - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Somatostatin Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Somatostatin, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Somatostatin brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Somatostatin
ICD Code : Y42 Therapeutic Classification : Hormones

Brand Names or Trade Names of Somatostatin

India :

International :


Eklivan, Etaxene, Hematinan, Shishitai, Somatosan, Somatostatin Lyomark, Somatostatine Eumedica, Stilamin, Ikestatina, Modustatina, Modustatine, Resurmide, Sadolin, Somabion, Somastin, Somatin, Somatosan, Somatostatin DeltaSelect, Somatostatin Inresa, Somatostatin Lyomark, Somatostatina Combino Pharm, Somatostatina IBP, Somatostatina Normon, Somatostatina PH&T, Somatostatina Vedim, Somatostatina, Somatostatine UCB, Somonal, Stilamin, UCB Somatostatin

Why is Somatostatin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a peptide hormone, prescribed for gastrointestinal hemorrhage.

When should Somatostatin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity

What is the dosage of Somatostatin?

Adult: IV – The recommended dose is 250 mcg as a bolus injection, then infuse at 3.5 mcg/kg/hour until bleeding has ceased.

How should Somatostatin be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Somatostatin?

• Monitor blood glucose level regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Somatostatin?

Abdominal discomfort, nausea, flushing and slow heart rate.

What are the other precautions for Somatostatin?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Somatostatin?

Store it at room temperature.

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