Humatrope 18 IU Injection Information

Humatrope 18 IU Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acromegaly. The alternative uses of Humatrope 18 IU Injection have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Humatrope 18 IU Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Humatrope 18 IU Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Upset stomach, Nausea or vomiting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Humatrope 18 IU Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Humatrope 18 IU Injection 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, Humatrope 18 IU Injection's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Humatrope 18 IU Injection related warnings talks about Humatrope 18 IU Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Humatrope 18 IU Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Humatrope 18 IU Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Humatrope 18 IU Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Humatrope Benefits & Uses
Humatrope Dosage & How to Take
Humatrope Side Effects
Humatrope Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Humatrope with Other Drugs
Humatrope Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Humatrope
Humatrope Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Humatrope 18 IU Injection Benefits & Uses

Humatrope 18 IU Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Growth Hormone Deficiency

Humatrope 18 IU Injection Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Acromegaly Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, given as IV infusion
Geriatric	Disease: Acromegaly Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, given as IV infusion

Humatrope 18 IU Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Humatrope 18 IU Injection safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Humatrope for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Humatrope 18 IU Injection safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Humatrope on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Humatrope will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Humatrope 18 IU Injection on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Humatrope. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Humatrope 18 IU Injection on the Liver?

Humatrope 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Humatrope 18 IU Injection on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Humatrope. 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Humatrope 18 IU Injection with Other Drugs

Humatrope 18 IU Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Acarbose

Glimepiride

Amiodarone

Amlodipine

Humatrope 18 IU Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Humatrope 18 IU Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Humatrope 18 IU Injection

Is this Humatrope 18 IU Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Humatrope 18 IU Injection is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Humatrope 18 IU Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Humatrope 18 IU Injection only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Humatrope 18 IU Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Humatrope 18 IU Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Humatrope 18 IU Injection

There is no information on the effects of taking Humatrope 18 IU Injection with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Humatrope 18 IU Injection

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Humatrope 18 IU Injection.

Unknown