Somatropin Benefits & Uses

Somatropin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Growth Hormone Deficiency

Somatropin 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: Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.04 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 0.04 mg/kg weekly divided into 6 or 7 equal daily injections. Increase dose, as needed
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.03 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Somatropin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Somatropin is used -

Moderate

Swelling
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Headache
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Common

Soreness or burning inside of mouth
Sneezing
Pain or discomfort
Joint Stiffness

Somatropin Related Warnings

Is the use of Somatropin safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Somatropin will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Somatropin safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Somatropin on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Somatropin on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Somatropin on the Liver?

Somatropin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Somatropin on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Somatropin with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Somatropin Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Angioedema
Kidney Disease
Trauma
Obesity
Diabetes
Pancreatitis

Frequently asked Questions about Somatropin

Is this Somatropin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Somatropin has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Somatropin since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Somatropin only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Somatropin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Somatropin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Somatropin

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Somatropin together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Somatropin

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Somatropin.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Norditropin® (somatropin)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 237

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