Octride is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acromegaly. Octride also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Octride depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Octride also has some side effects, the most common being Weight gain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Octride as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Octride are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Octride is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Octride has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Octride related warnings section.

Octride 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 Octride are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Octride may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Octride is safe while driving, and is addiction.