Name: Sandostatin
Creator: Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy

Sandostatin (Octreotide) Drug Price and Information

Octreotide (Sandostatin) 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.

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Sandostatin Injection Generic : Octreotide	₹ 317.00 50mcg/1amp 1 Ampoule

Price Updated on August 8, 2019

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Drug information on Sandostatin (Octreotide)

Information Checked by Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)
Further Checked by The Medindia Medical Review Team

Medical condition(s) for which Sandostatin may be prescribed

⇨ Acromegaly

⇨ Carcinoid Tumors

⇨ Diabetes - Essentials

⇨ Hepatorenal Syndrome

⇨ Liver Cancer

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

Initial: SC- The recommended dose is 50 - 100µg twice a day. It may be increased upto 500µg twice a day.

Side effects of Sandostatin

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.

How to use Sandostatin?

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

When Should Sandostatin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Warnings and Precautions for Sandostatin

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.

Other Precautions for Sandostatin

Avoid excess dosage.

Storage Conditions for Sandostatin

Store it in refrigerator (2-8°C), and do not freeze it.

♦ Safety Labeling Changes Approved By FDA

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