Lanreotide- Side effect(s)

Read the side effects of Lanreotide as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, constipation, flatulence, vomiting and loose stools.

Musculoskeletal - Joint pain.

Miscellaneous - Headache, gallstone, injection site pain.

Other Precautions : * Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Lanreotide

Lanreotide(Somatuline) generic is a somatostatin analog, prescribed for acromegaly. It lowers many substances in the body such as insulin and glucagon.
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Acromegaly

Acromegaly (Greek-enlargements of the extremities) is a hormonal disorder resulting from excessive production of the growth hormone by the pituitary gland after puberty, often referred as gigantism.

Gigantism

Gigantism is a rare disorder caused by excess growth hormone release by the pituitary gland in children leading to abnormally increased growth and very tall stature. Treatment is by a combination of surgery, radiation and drugs

Side effect(s) of Lanreotide

Drug Name : Lanreotide

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