Octreo 100mcg Injection
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food interaction for Octreo Injection
alcohol interaction for Octreo Injection
pregnancy interaction for Octreo Injection
lactation interaction for Octreo Injection
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Octreo 100mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Octreo 100mcg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Octreo 100mcg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Octreo 100mcg Injection
Octreotide acetate(100mcg)
Octreo injection uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of acromegaly, carcinoid tumours and bleeding esophageal varices. It is also used to prevent complications following surgery of the pancreas.
How octreo injection works
Octreo 100mcg Injection is a similar to somatostatin, a substance normally found in the human body which inhibits the effects of certain hormones such as growth hormone. It also lowers the bleeding from the food pipe by constricting (narrowing) the blood vessels.
Common side effects of octreo injection
Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Nausea, Constipation, Flatulence, Headache, Increased glucose level in blood, Injection site reaction
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Expert advice FOR Octreo Injection
- Octreotide acetate helps treat acromegaly and certain hormone-producing tumors of stomach, liver, and pancreas.
- It is given as an injection under the skin or into a vein.
- It may temporarily cause pain at the site of injection. You can relieve this by gently rubbing the site of injection for a few seconds afterwards.
- When used long term, your doctor may monitor your thyroid function, gallbladder function, liver function and vitamin b12 levels regularly.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking medicines to control your blood pressure or if you are diabetic.
- Women who do not wish to conceive should practice an effective method for contraception while taking this medication.
Frequently asked questions FOR Octreo 100mcg Injection
Octreotide acetate
Q. What should I monitor when taking Octreo 100mcg Injection?
Seek immediate medical help if you have lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting, chest pain or discomfort, slow or irregular heartbeat, trouble breathing, or unusual tiredness. These may be symptoms of heart rhythm problems.
Q. I am experiencing nausea. Is this due to Octreo 100mcg Injection?
Nausea is one of the common side-effects of this medicine. Eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce the feeling of nausea. Avoid food that is salty, spicy, fried, or fatty.
Q. Does Octreo 100mcg Injection result in thyroid disorders?
Yes, Octreo 100mcg Injection may suppress the secretion of thyroid-stimulating hormone, which may result in hypothyroidism.