Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection

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Last updated on 08 Nov 2024 | 12:05 PM (IST)

Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection is used in the treatment of acromegaly, carcinoid tumors, and bleeding esophageal varices. It is also used to prevent complications following surgery of the pancreas.

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1 Injection

General Information

Contains

Octreotide acetate (0.05mg)

Marketer

Novartis India Ltd

Storage

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.

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Product introduction

Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection is generally 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.

Uses of Sandostatin Injection

Acromegaly
Carcinoid tumours
Bleeding esophageal varices

Side effects of Sandostatin 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 Sandostatin

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

How to use Sandostatin Injection

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

How Sandostatin Injection works

Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection 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.

All substitutes for Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

Sandostatin 0.05mg 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.
Sandostatin 0.05mg 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sandostatin 0.05mg 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

SAFE

Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

What should I monitor when taking Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection?

Seek immediate medical help if you have lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting, chest pain or discomfort, slow or irregular heartbeat, trouble breathing, or unusual tiredness. These may be symptoms of heart rhythm problems.

I am experiencing nausea. Is this due to Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection?

Nausea is one of the common side-effects of this medicine. Eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce the feeling of nausea. Avoid food that is salty, spicy, fried, or fatty.

Does Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection result in thyroid disorders?

Yes, Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection may suppress the secretion of thyroid-stimulating hormone, which may result in hypothyroidism.

Does Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection affect blood sugar?

Yes, Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection may cause your blood sugar levels to rise or fall resulting in a dose change of insulin or other anti-diabetic medications. You will be advised to regularly monitor your sugar level while on treatment with Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection.

Does Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection cause diarrhea?

Diarrhea could be a side-effect of Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection. Stick to simple meals, avoid rich or spicy food, and drink plenty of water while taking Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection. Consult your doctor if you have severe diarrhea.

Does Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection cause constipation?

Yes, Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection may cause constipation. Try to eat a well-balanced diet with lots of fibre and drink plenty of water. Do not take any laxatives without consulting your doctor.

I am experiencing a headache, is it due to Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection?

Yes, headache is one of the side effects of Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection. Take rest and drink plenty of water and ask a pharmacist to recommend a suitable painkiller. If the headache continues, speak with your doctor.

How will you know that Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection is working?

Regular scans will reveal whether your tumor is responding to the treatment. Your doctor will determine when those scans should be scheduled.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Somatostatin Analogues

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

HORMONES

Action Class

Somatostatin Analogues (SSAs)

Related lab tests

Growth Hormone

Insulin Like Growth Factor 1

References

Master SB. Hypothalamic & Pituitary Hormones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 650.
McQuaid KR. Drugs Used in the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Diseases. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 1094.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 1010.
Octreotide acetate. Hurley, Maidenhead: Hospira UK Ltd.; 2012 [revised Apr. 2016]. [Accessed 28 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Octreotide acetate. East Hanover, New Jersey: Novartis Pharmaceuticals; 2012. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

Patient concerns

I want to know as I am talking sandostatin lar 20mg is there any other cheaper injection other than this.

Dr. Pawan Rawal

Gastroenterology

Please ask a chemist

I am undergoing treatment for Neuroendocrine Tumor since 19th November 2015. I am taking an injection, Sandostatin LAR 20mg, since 30th November 2015 every four weeks intervals. After taking 12 injections, I stopped it for 15 weeks according to doctor's advice. But restarted the same injection when I had loose motion. I have taken 18 injections so far. I am not taking any other medicines. My weight was only 67 kgs on 20th Nov. 2015, now my weight is 75 kgs. I have no health problems so far, I am following my normal life as other healthy guys Please advise me how long should I take this expensive injection.

Dr. Vijay Sharnangat

Medical Oncology and Hematology

Thanks for reaching out to me, that should be continued till you have best response.

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Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Sandostatin Injection

Side effects of Sandostatin Injection

How to use Sandostatin Injection

How Sandostatin Injection works

All substitutes for Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection

Octride 0.05mg Injection

Actide 0.05mg Injection

Neoctide 0.05mg Injection

Octotide 0.05mg Injection

Octate 0.05mg Injection

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What should I monitor when taking Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection?

I am experiencing nausea. Is this due to Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection?

Does Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection result in thyroid disorders?

Does Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection affect blood sugar?

Does Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection cause diarrhea?

Does Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection cause constipation?

I am experiencing a headache, is it due to Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection?

How will you know that Sandostatin 0.05mg Injection is working?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Growth Hormone

Insulin Like Growth Factor 1

References

Patient concerns

I want to know as I am talking sandostatin lar 20mg is there any other cheaper injection other than this.

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