Octride Depot 20 mg Vial
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Uses of Octride Depot 20 mg Vial:
Acromegaly, Carcinoid tumours, Bleeding esophageal varices
Composition of Octride Depot 20 mg Vial:
Octreotide acetate 20mg
MRP:
₹
20228
Inclusive of all Taxes
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Description
Acromegaly, Carcinoid tumours, Bleeding esophageal varices
Uses
Octreotide acetate is generally used in treatment of acromegaly, bleeding esophageal varices and carcinoid tumours It is typically also used prevent complications following surgery of the pancreas.
Side effects
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Flatulence
- Gallstones
- Headache
- Increased glucose level in blood
- Injection site reaction
- Nausea
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Octreotide acetate a chemo drug?
Yes, Octreotide acetate is a chemo drug, used in patients with gastro-entero-pancreatic (GEP) endocrine tumors and pituitary tumors
Q. Is Octreotide acetate hormone/ protein?
No, Octreotide acetate is a peptide or a hormone analogue. It is a synthetic compound derived from somatostatin, a substance normally found in the human body
Q. Is Octreotide acetate safe?
Octreotide acetate is safe to use if so it is used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.
Q. Is Octreotide acetate a proton pump inhibitor/ vasopressor?
No, Octreotide acetate is neither a proton pump inhibitor nor a vasopressor
Q. Does Octreotide acetate cause hyperglycemia?
Yes, hyperglycemia is a common side effect of Octreotide acetate treatment
Q. Does Octreotide acetate cause hair loss and weight gain?
Yes, hair loss is a common side effect of Octreotide acetate treatment. Octreotide acetate may cause weight gain
Q. Does Octreotide acetate make you tired?
Yes, Octreotide acetate may make you feel tired.
Yes, Octreotide acetate is a chemo drug, used in patients with gastro-entero-pancreatic (GEP) endocrine tumors and pituitary tumors
Q. Is Octreotide acetate hormone/ protein?
No, Octreotide acetate is a peptide or a hormone analogue. It is a synthetic compound derived from somatostatin, a substance normally found in the human body
Q. Is Octreotide acetate safe?
Octreotide acetate is safe to use if so it is used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.
Q. Is Octreotide acetate a proton pump inhibitor/ vasopressor?
No, Octreotide acetate is neither a proton pump inhibitor nor a vasopressor
Q. Does Octreotide acetate cause hyperglycemia?
Yes, hyperglycemia is a common side effect of Octreotide acetate treatment
Q. Does Octreotide acetate cause hair loss and weight gain?
Yes, hair loss is a common side effect of Octreotide acetate treatment. Octreotide acetate may cause weight gain
Q. Does Octreotide acetate make you tired?
Yes, Octreotide acetate may make you feel tired.
Expert Advice
- Seek medical attention if you experience disturbances in your line of vision.Your thyroid function and liver function will be monitored during octreotide therapy.Do not drive or operate machines while on octreotide treatment as it may cause blurred vision and headache.Inform your doctor if you are taking a medicine to control your blood pressure or if you are a patient with diabetes.If you are a woman of child bearing age, effective contraceptive method should be adopted during treatment with octreotide.Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Product Details
SKU: PC-916483
Product Description: Octride Depot 20 mg Vial is manufactured by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Packing: Vial
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Octride Depot 20 mg Vial is manufactured by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Packing: Vial
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
