Okeron 0.1mg Injection
About Okeron 0.1mg Injection
Octreotide is a man-made (synthetic) version of a naturally occurring hormone known as somatostatin. It is an even more potent inhibitor of growth hormone, glucagon, and insulin than somatostatin. Like somatostatin, it also suppresses LH response to GnRH, decreases splanchnic blood flow, and inhibits release of serotonin, gastrin, vasoactive intestinal peptide, secretin, motilin, and pancreatic polypeptide.
Single doses of octreotide acetate have been shown to inhibit gallbladder contractility and to decrease bile secretion in normal person.
It is used to treat severe diarrhea, flushing, and other symptoms that occur with certain cancers of the intestine.Octreotide also reduces the amount of growth hormone in the body, and so it is also used to treat acromegaly, a condition associated with overgrowth of the hands, feet, and parts of the face.
Common side effects/Adverse effects of Octreotide include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- loose/oily stools
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Stomach pain or upset
- Gas
- Bloating
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Signs of liver/gallbladder problems
- Signs of underactive thyroid
- Worsening heart conditions
- Numbness and tingling of legs/arms
Octreotide is administered by two routes - Intravenous or Subcutaneous. Dose ranges from 2,400 micrograms/day to 6,000 micrograms/day administered by continuous infusion (100 micrograms/hour to 250 micrograms/hour) or subcutaneously (1,500 micrograms t.i.d.).
Dosing of Sandostatin depends on the condition being treated and the response of the patient. Sandostatin may interact with bromocriptine, cyclosporine, diuretics (water pills), diabetes medication, or medicine for heart disease or high blood pressure. It may also restore the normal ability to become pregnant in females with acromegaly who have infertility.
Okeron 0.1mg Injection alters the balance between the counter-regulatory hormones, insulin, glucagon and growth hormone, which may result in hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia. Okeron 0.1mg Injection also suppresses secretion of thyroid stimulating hormone, which may result in hypothyroidism. Cardiac conduction abnormalities have also occurred during treatment with octreotide acetate.
Sandostatin (octreotide acetate) may be administered subcutaneously or intravenously. Subcutaneous injection is the usual route of administration of Sandostatin (octreotide acetate) for control of symptoms. Pain with subcutaneous administration may be reduced by using the smallest volume that will deliver the desired dose. Multiple subcutaneous injections at the same site within short periods of time should be avoided. Sites should be rotated in a systematic manner.
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 Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Okeron 0.1mg Injection
Carcinoid Tumours And Bleeding Esophageal Varices
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 Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Okeron 0.1mg Injection ?
Flatulence
Headache
Increased Glucose Level In Blood
Injection Site Reaction
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 Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Okeron 0.1mg Injection
Is It safe with alcohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Okeron 0.1mg Injection is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Okeron 0.1mg Injection is probably safe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
Okeron 0.1mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Does this affect kidney function?
Okeron 0.1mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Okeron 0.1mg Injection is recommended.
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 Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
What are the substitutes for Okeron 0.1mg Injection ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Okeron 0.1mg Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Octotide 0.1mg Injection
Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Actide 0.1mg Injection
Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
- Neoctide 0.1mg Injection
Neon Laboratories Ltd
- Octate 0.1mg Injection
Vhb Life Sciences Inc
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 Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
If you miss a dose of Okeron 0.1mg Injection, 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.\n
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 Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
This medication is used to treat any tumours originating from excessive growth hormones in the body. The luteinizing hormone is also inhibited through the use of this drug. GnRH causes this action.
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 Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Okeron 0.1mg Injection ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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