Somatostatin Injection

1 Injection in 1 Vial Out of Stock

₹ 950

1 INJECTION 1 Vial ₹ 950

Out of Stock

Manufactured by: Jan Aushadhi
Contains / Salt: Somatostatin

Somatostatin Injection

1 Injection in 1 Vial

₹ 950

1 INJECTION | 1 Vial

₹ 950

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Manufactured by: Jan Aushadhi
Contains / Salt: Somatostatin

Somatostatin Information

Somatostatin is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Somatostatin have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Somatostatin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Somatostatin Benefits & Uses

Somatostatin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Acromegaly

Somatostatin 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

Somatostatin Related Warnings

Is the use of Somatostatin safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Somatostatin in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Somatostatin safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Somatostatin in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Somatostatin is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Somatostatin on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Somatostatin. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Somatostatin on the Liver?

Somatostatin 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 Somatostatin on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Somatostatin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Somatostatin with Other Drugs

Somatostatin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Acarbose

Glimepiride

Amiodarone

Amlodipine

Somatostatin Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Somatostatin

Is this Somatostatin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Somatostatin has not been reported.

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

Somatostatin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Somatostatin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Somatostatin for mental disorders.

No

Somatostatin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Somatostatin

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Somatostatin with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Somatostatin

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Somatostatin with alcohol will be.

Unknown