Sandostatin
Drug name: Sandostatin
Active Ingredients:
- Octreotide acetate
Therapeutic actions: Sandostatin is a synthetic hormone which in its action is similar to somostatin a body produced hormone. Octreotide the active ingredient Sandostatin acts by lowering the levels of insulin, glucagon, growth hormone and specific chemicals that affect digestion.
Indications: The drug is used in treatment of the following disease:
- Acromegaly
- Symptoms of cancerous tumors like diarrhea and flushing
- Treatment of VIP adenomas
Contraindications and cautions: Do not use Octreotide or consult your doctor if any of the following apply to you:
- Gallbladder disorder
- Heart disease
- Thyroid dysfunction
- Diabetes
- Pancreatitis
- Kidney disease
- Liver dysfunction
Sandostatin is in FDA pregnancy category B but you should still consult your doctor if you plan to become pregnant, are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Adverse effects: There are possible side-effects associated with this medicine that can affect individuals in different ways. If a side effect is stated here, that does not necessarily mean the fact that all people using Sandostatin will experience it or any other. The side effects include:
- Allergic reaction: swelling of throat, itching skin rash and etc.
- Irregular heartbeats
- Stomach pain
- Pancreatitis
- Thyroid dysfunction
- Hyperglycemia
- Hypoglycemia
Other passing side-effects include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Inflammation of the injection site
The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with Sandostatin, please read the information provided with Sandostatin or consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Interactions: It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with Sandostatin. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medication while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe. Especially mention to your doctor any of the following drugs:
- Cyclosporine antibiotics
- Thyroid gland medicine
- Diabetes medicine
- Drugs used in treatment of hypertension or heart disease
- Diuretics
Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE Sandostatin with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.
