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Actide is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Acromegaly. Actide also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Actide is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Actide are Weight gain. Some other side effects of Actide have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Actide go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Actide's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Actide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Actide related warnings section.
Actide is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Actide are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Actide have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Actide is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Actide is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Actide safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Actide on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Actide safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Actide in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Actide on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Actide. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Actide on the Liver?
Actide may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Actide on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Actide. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Actide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Actide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Actide habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Actide has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Actide since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Actide should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Actide cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Actide
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Actide with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Actide
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Actide with alcohol will be.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 930-931
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 238
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sandostatin® Lar Depot (octreotide acetate)
