Genotropin Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of acromegaly, carcinoid tumors, and bleeding esophageal varices. It works by blocking certain hormones in the body as well as decreasing the bleeding from food pipe by narrowing the blood vessels.

Genotropin Injection is given by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should use it regularly to get the most benefit from the medicine. Do not stop using the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so.

Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, constipation, flatulence, and headache. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away or get worse.

Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have problems with your liver. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. Your doctor may monitor your blood glucose regularly while on treatment with this medicine.

Uses of Genotropin Injection

Acromegaly
Bleeding esophageal varices
Carcinoid tumours

Benefits of Genotropin Injection

In Acromegaly

Acromegaly is a hormonal disorder caused by excess growth hormone, leading to enlarged bones and tissues, especially in the hands, feet, and face. Genotropin Injection helps by reducing the release of growth hormone, which helps control symptoms and prevent complications associated with the condition.

In Bleeding esophageal varices

Bleeding esophageal varices are swollen veins in the esophagus that can rupture and cause serious bleeding, often seen in patients with liver disease. Genotropin Injection helps reduce blood flow to these veins, effectively controlling bleeding and lowering the risk of further complications.

In Carcinoid tumours

Carcinoid tumors are slow-growing tumors that can release hormones into the body, causing flushing, diarrhea, and other issues. Genotropin Injection aids in controlling the symptoms by suppressing the secretion of these excess hormones, improving patient comfort and quality of life.

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Side effects of Genotropin Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Genotropin

Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Constipation
Flatulence
Headache
Increased glucose level in blood
Injection site reaction
Gallstones

How to use Genotropin Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Genotropin Injection works

Genotropin Injection works by blocking the effects of certain natural hormones in the body such as serotonin and growth hormone. It also decreases bleeding from food pipe by constricting (narrowing) the blood vessels.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Genotropin Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Genotropin Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Genotropin Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Genotropin Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Genotropin Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Genotropin Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Genotropin Injection?

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Genotropin Injection 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.
Genotropin Injection 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Somatostatin Analogues

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

HORMONES

Action Class

Somatostatin Analogues (SSAs)

Patient concerns

I am having ulcers in my mouth due to which i cant eat food secondly whenever i eat i feel burning in my chest . suffering from such condition since a month my doctor told me that i m deficit of vitamin . but he didnt say which vitamin . so i want to know if he is right

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

You have gastritis and Gastro esophageal reflux. Can take sompraz-IT OD before breakfast n syp digene thrice daily 2tsf.

Base of the breast like tumours formed 4 months back but at that time there is no pain.but now pain.

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

Get it examined in the clinic

What is the cause of enlarge spleen and liver? What treatment to be given? What precautions should be taken? Problem has got repeated in 2 months

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Please consult Dr. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment.There are many causes of liver and spleen enlargementfew examples--Infection: Acute viral hepatitis. Infectious mononucleosis. Haematological disease: Myeloproliferative disease. Leukaemia. Metabolic disease: Niemann-Pick disease. Chronic liver disease and portal hypertension: Chronic active hepatitis. Amyloidosis. Acromegaly. Systemic lupus erythematosus. Sarcoidosis.

Swallow problem. Food stocks often in lower part of esophagus. Regurgitation. GERD.endoscopy shows esophageal strictures. food stucks only when acidity attacks.

Dr. Satyam S. Bhavsar

Physician

Hello , Welcome to 1mg consulting, Myself Dr.Satyam Bhavsar,MBBS. Happy to help you :)take TAB.PAN-D two times in a day before food for 2 weeks.SYR.DIGENE two spoons three times a day for 2 weeks & after that as & when required.avoid spicy & oily foodMake a habit of having buttermilk with your meals.Hope this helps. Happy to help you. All the medicines are available on 1mg.com .Order now. Have a nice day :)

Suddenly from last two months m having bleeding only for 1 day during periods .I want to know reason behind it.i am taking Diane 35 now.but still the bleeding lasts for 1 day.The flow of bleeding is very slow.kindly give your suggestions.

Dr. Megha Tuli

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Hi dear. Usually bleeding decreases while on Diane 35. Also amount if bleeding would depend on how you are taking the pills. However don't worry, decrease in bleeding is expected.

User feedback

What are you using Genotropin Injection for?

Others

50%

Acromegaly

50%

How much was the improvement?

Poor

67%

Average

33%

What were the side-effects while using Genotropin Injection?

Vomiting

25%

Diarrhea

25%

Headache

25%

Flatulence

25%

How do you take Genotropin Injection?

Empty stomach

100%

Please rate Genotropin Injection on price

Expensive

100%

Related lab tests

Growth Hormone

Insulin Like Growth Factor 1

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