Somatostatin

Somatostatin is a growth hormone-inhibiting hormone that is used in the treatment of carcinoid tumours, acute bleeding of oesophagal varices, and acromegaly.

It is also helpful in the treatment of acute pancreatitis. Somatostatin functions by thwarting the effect of specific natural hormones such as growth hormones and serotonin.

Somatostatin could be administered subcutaneously as well as intravenously. The recommended dosage of Somatostatin is 250mcg as an I.V bolus injection over a period of 3-5 minutes at an infusion rate of 3mg/12 hour.

Some individuals may also experience side effects of Somatostatin like nausea, slow heart rate, abdominal discomfort, flushing, palpitations, chills, diarrhoea, fatigue, skin rash, indigestion, and pain at the injection site.

Additionally, women who do not wish to conceive need to practice a contraceptive method while taking Somatostatin. It is also not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary.

It is advised to consult a doctor before taking Somatostatin, especially in case of aged people. You should avoid Somatostatin if you are having hypersensivity to the drug or if you are having a condition of insulin dependent diabetes mellitus.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Acromegaly

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Allergy

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Acute Toxicity

• Nausea

• Rash

• Stomach Upset

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Somatostatin may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Somatostatin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Somatostatin as ingredient

• Somastin 3000Mcg Injection

  Serum Institute Of India Ltd

• Somatin 250Mcg Injection

  United Biotech Pvt Ltd

• Headon 4Iu Injection

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Somastin 250Mcg Injection

  Serum Institute Of India Ltd

• Humatrope 36Iu Injection

  Eli Lilly and Company India Pvt Ltd

• Genotropin 16Iu Injection

  Pfizer Ltd

• Genotropin 36Iu Injection

  Pfizer Ltd

• Zomator 3Mg Injection

  Biocon

• Somatin 3Mg Injection

  United Biotech Pvt Ltd

• Humatrope 18Iu Injection

  Eli Lilly and Company India Pvt Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

This medication is a synthetic form of the naturally occurring hormone Somatostatin that inhibits the release of a number of other hormones and neurotransmitters such as adenohypophyseal growth hormone, thyroid-stimulating hormone, thyrotrophin, calcitonin, insulin, glucagon, gastrointestinal hormones like cholecystokinin, gastrin , pepsin, renal renin and more by binding to specific somatostatin receptors (SSTR).

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.