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Octride 100 Mcg Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acromegaly. Other than this, Octride 100 Mcg Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Octride 100 Mcg Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Octride 100 Mcg Injection include Weight gain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Octride 100 Mcg Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Octride 100 Mcg Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Octride 100 Mcg Injection has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Octride 100 Mcg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Octride 100 Mcg Injection related warnings section.
Octride 100 Mcg Injection 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 Octride 100 Mcg Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Octride 100 Mcg Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Octride 100 Mcg Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Octride 100 Mcg Injection 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 Octride 100 Mcg Injection safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Octride will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Octride 100 Mcg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Octride for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Octride 100 Mcg Injection on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Octride. 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 Octride 100 Mcg Injection on the Liver?
Octride 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 Octride 100 Mcg Injection on the Heart?
Octride may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Octride 100 Mcg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Octride 100 Mcg Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Octride 100 Mcg Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Octride 100 Mcg Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Octride 100 Mcg Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Octride 100 Mcg Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Octride 100 Mcg Injection
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Octride 100 Mcg Injection together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Octride 100 Mcg Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Octride 100 Mcg Injection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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