OCTRIDE DEPOT 10MG INJECTION
Prescription RequiredPrimarily used for
Acromegaly, bleeding esophageal varices
Potentiallyunsafewith
Driving
₹9995
₹9995.0/injection
1 injection in 1 vial
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Medicine Overview of OCTRIDE INJECTION
Uses of OCTRIDE INJECTION
Octride depot 10mg injection is used in the treatment of acromegaly and bleeding esophageal varices.
Side effects of OCTRIDE INJECTION
Common
Diarrhoea, Abdominal pain, Nausea, Constipation, Flatulence, Headache, Increased glucose level in blood, Gallstones, Injection site reaction.
How to use OCTRIDE INJECTION
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How OCTRIDE INJECTION works
Octride depot 10mg injection blocks the effects of certain natural hormones in the body such as serotonin and growth hormone. It also lowers the bleeding from the food pipe by constricting (narrowing) the blood vessels.
In Depth Information on OCTRIDE INJECTION
Expert advice for OCTRIDE INJECTION
- 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.
Warnings
Special precautions for OCTRIDE DEPOT 10MG INJECTION
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE
Octride depot 10mg injection is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor....
+moreAnimal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
SAFE
Octride depot 10mg injection is probably safe to use durin
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Driving
CAUTION
Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.
Kidney
SAFE
There is no interaction between renal impairment and consumi
+moreng this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.
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Liver
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Severely interacts with other drugs like
FORXIGA 5MG TABLET, FORXIGA 10MG TABLET, GLI 2MG TABLET, ZITA PLUS 20MG TABLET
Missed Dosage
If you miss a dose of Octreotide, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Patient Concerns
Frequently asked questions for OCTRIDE 10MG INJECTION
Frequently asked questions for Octreotide
Q. Is octreotide a chemo drug?
Yes, octreotide is a chemo drug, used in patients with gastro-entero-pancreatic (GEP) endocrine tumors and pituitary tumors
Q. Is octreotide hormone/ protein?
No, octreotide 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 safe?
Octreotide is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is octreotide a proton pump inhibitor/ vasopressor?
No, octreotide is neither a proton pump inhibitor nor a vasopressor
Q. Does octreotide cause hyperglycemia?
Yes, hyperglycemia is a common side effect of octreotide treatment
Q. Does octreotide cause hair loss and weight gain?
Yes, hair loss is a common side effect of octreotide treatment. Octreotide may cause weight gain
Q. Does octreotide make you tired?
Yes, octreotide may make you feel tired.
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