LANREOTIDE

Overview

LANREOTIDE is a Schedule H drug.
Lanreotide is a man-made protein similar to a hormone in the body called somatostatin. Lanreotide lowers many substances in the body such as insulin and glucagon (involved in regulating blood sugar), growth hormone, and chemicals that affect digestion.Treating acromegaly helps reduce the risk of serious problems such as diabetes and heart disease.Lanreotide works by decreasing the amount of growth hormone to normal levels.

Usage

LANREOTIDE is generally used to treat: Acromegaly, Carcinoid Syndrome
LANREOTIDE can address symptoms like: Fatigue (tiredness), Difficulty Breathing, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Loose Motion, Hands Swelling, Feet Swelling, Head Headache, Body Excessive Sweating, Joint Pain, Eyes Change In Vision

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration:

Precautions

  • You should not use lanreotide if you are allergic to it.
  • Lanreotide is injected under the skin.A healthcare provider will give you this injection.
  • Lanreotide is usually given once every 4 weeks.
  • Lanreotide can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines you take by mouth. Ask your doctor about the best schedule for taking all of your needed medicines.
  • Monitor growth hormone levels and thyroid function regularly while taking this medication.
  • It may affect blood sugar level; monitor sugar level closely.

Common Side-Effects

LANREOTIDE : Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Head Headache, Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Nervousness, Pale Skin, Fever, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness

Serious Side-Effects

LANREOTIDE : Joint Pain, Muscle Pain, Gall Bladder Disease, Constipation, Blood Pressure, High, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Pain, Irregular Heartbeat, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Difficulty Breathing, Body Discoloration, Body Loss Of Movement, Abdomen Painful Bowel Movements, Increased Passing Gas, Weight Loss (unintentional)

Rare Side-Effects

LANREOTIDE : Diabetes Mellitus, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Disease Interactions

LANREOTIDE can interfere with: Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure, Adrenal Insufficiency, Hypothyroidism, Gall Bladder Disease, Diabetes Mellitus

Technical Classification

LANREOTIDE is categorized as: SOMATOSTATIN AND SOMATOSTATIN ANALOGS / HORMONES

Storage Conditions

Refrigeration (Between 2 To 8 C)

Available Alternatives

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