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Actide 0.05mg Injection
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PRODUCT DETAILS
About Actide 0.05mg Injection
Octreotide acetate 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.
Uses of Actide 0.05mg Injection
Octreotide acetate 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.
Medicinal Benefits of Actide 0.05mg Injection
Octreotide acetate helps treat acromegaly and certain hormone-producing tumors of stomach, liver, and pancreas.
Directions for Use
- 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.
Side Effects of Actide 0.05mg Injection
Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Nausea, Constipation, Flatulence, Headache, Increased glucose level in blood, Gallstones, Injection site reaction
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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Safety Advice
ALCOHOL
Avoid alcohol while using Octreotide acetate
PREGNANCY
Please consult the doctor as there are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
BREAST FEEDING
Consult your doctor as there is no substantial research yet on the use of Octreotide acetate in breastfeeding/nursing mothers
