Octotide is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Acromegaly are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Octotide have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Octotide. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Octotide include Weight gain. While these are the most often observed Octotide side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Octotide are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Octotide's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Octotide has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Octotide related warnings section.

Octotide is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Octotide are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Octotide with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Octotide is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.