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Side effect(s) of Lanreotide


Review the side-effects of Lanreotide as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from 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.


Trade Names for Lanreotide

International :


Somatuline
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