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Octate 0.1 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acromegaly. Other than this, Octate 0.1 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Octate 0.1 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Octate 0.1 Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Weight gain. While these are the most often observed Octate 0.1 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Octate 0.1 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Octate 0.1 Injection has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Octate 0.1 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Octate 0.1 Injection related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Octate 0.1 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Octate 0.1 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Octate 0.1 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Octate 0.1 Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Octate 0.1 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.
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Is the use of Octate 0.1 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Octate during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Octate 0.1 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Octate in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Octate is unavailable.
What is the effect of Octate 0.1 Injection on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Octate. 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 Octate 0.1 Injection on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Octate. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Octate 0.1 Injection on the Heart?
Octate can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Octate 0.1 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Octate 0.1 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Octate 0.1 Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Octate 0.1 Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Octate 0.1 Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Octate 0.1 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Octate 0.1 Injection
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Octate 0.1 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Octate 0.1 Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Octate 0.1 Injection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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