Humatrope 18IU Injection
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Humatrope 18IU Injection is a growth hormone that is used to treat growth failure in children due to low growth hormone levels, certain medical conditions causing short stature, or in children born small without catch-up growth by ages 2-4 years.
Humatrope 18IU Injection is given as an injection under the skin and should be used as advised by your doctor. You or your caregiver may be trained to administer it at home. The dose and duration may vary depending on the condition being treated and the individual's response. Continue using it for as long as prescribed to get the maximum benefit.
The most common side effects of Humatrope 18IU Injection are injection site reactions, rashes, and headaches. Other common side effects include fever, muscle and joint pain, and upper respiratory infections. These are usually mild and temporary, but consult your doctor if they persist or worsen. They may guide you on how to manage or treat the side effects.
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have diabetes, thyroid disorders, or a history of cancer, as this medicine may influence these conditions. Also, inform your doctor about all other medications you are taking, as they may interact with how this medicine works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Regular monitoring of growth parameters, blood sugar levels, and thyroid function may be required during treatment.
Uses of Humatrope Injection
Benefits of Humatrope Injection
In Growth disturbances due to growth hormone deficiency
Humatrope 18IU Injection is a growth hormone medicine that helps restore normal growth and development in individuals with growth hormone deficiency. It promotes the growth of bones and muscles, helping children grow taller and supporting proper physical development. In adults, it helps improve muscle mass and overall body composition. Use it regularly as prescribed to help achieve and maintain normal growth and development.
Side effects of Humatrope 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 Humatrope
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Injection site rash
- Headache
How to use Humatrope Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Humatrope Injection works
Humatrope 18IU Injection is a recombinant human growth hormone that is identical to the natural growth hormone produced in the body. It works by stimulating the production of insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1), which promotes bone growth, cell reproduction, and muscle development, thereby supporting overall growth and metabolism.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Humatrope 18IU Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Humatrope 18IU Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Humatrope 18IU Injection may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Driving
SAFE
Humatrope 18IU Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Humatrope 18IU Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Humatrope 18IU Injection in patients with liver disease.
What if you forget to take Humatrope Injection?
If you miss a dose of Humatrope 18IU Injection, administer it as soon as you remember. However, if it is close to the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Humatrope 18IU Injection is given as an injection under the skin (subcutaneously), and you may be trained to self-administer it.
- Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, as this medicine may affect blood sugar levels.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking thyroid hormone medicines, as dose adjustments may be required.
- Inform your doctor if your child develops a limp or hip/knee pain during treatment, as this may indicate a bone-related condition.
- Seek medical advice if you experience persistent abdominal pain, as it may indicate pancreatitis.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Peptides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Growth Hormone Agonists
Interaction with drugs
Taking Humatrope with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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What is Humatrope 18IU Injection used for?
Humatrope 18IU Injection is a man-made form of human growth hormone used to treat growth failure in children due to growth hormone deficiency, associated with Turner syndrome, Noonan syndrome, or in children born small for gestational age (SGA) who do not show catch-up growth. It is also used in adults with growth hormone deficiency to improve body composition and physical function.
Who should not use Humatrope 18IU Injection?
Individuals should not use Humatrope 18IU Injection if they have active cancer, diabetic eye disease (proliferative or pre-proliferative retinopathy), acute critical illness from surgery or trauma, or if their growth phase has already closed and they are no longer growing.
Can Humatrope 18IU Injection affect blood sugar levels?
Yes, Humatrope 18IU Injection may cause high blood sugar or worsen diabetes. People with diabetes, or those at risk, should have their blood sugar checked regularly during treatment.
Does Humatrope 18IU Injection increase the risk of cancer or tumour growth?
Humatrope 18IU Injection should not be used if you have active cancer, and it may cause existing tumors to grow. People with a history of cancer should be monitored closely.
Can Humatrope 18IU Injection cause swelling or fluid retention?
Yes, Humatrope 18IU Injection may cause fluid buildup, leading to swelling in the hands, feet, or face. This can also cause joint pain, muscle aches, or carpal tunnel syndrome in some patients.
Is Humatrope 18IU Injection safe for people with brain injuries?
Humatrope 18IU Injection should not be started in people with acute, severe brain injuries or complications from brain surgery, as it may increase the risk of serious complications.
Can Humatrope 18IU Injection cause problems with the thyroid or adrenal glands?
Yes, Humatrope 18IU Injection may affect thyroid or adrenal gland function. Your doctor may need to check your hormone levels during treatment.
What heart-related risks are linked with Humatrope 18IU Injection?
Increased mortality has been reported in critically ill patients after conditions such as open-heart surgery. Patients with underlying cardiac concerns should use this medicine only under proper medical supervision and regular monitoring.
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