Sandostatin LAR 10 Mg/1ml Injection

Sandostatin LAR 10 Mg/1 Ml Injection (Octreotide Acetate

What Is The Generic Name For Sandostatin LAR 10 Mg/1 Ml Injection:

Octreotide Acetate is the generic version for Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Sandostatin LAR 10 Mg/1 Ml Injection (Octreotide Acetate):

• Sandostatin

About Sandostatin LAR 10 Mg/1 Ml Injection (Octreotide Acetate)

Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection contains an active ingredient, Octreotide Acetate, which is used in the treatment of acromegaly, carcinoid tumours and bleeding esophageal varices. This drug is also used to prevent complications following surgery of the pancreas. Acromegaly is a disorder which causes enlargement of hands & feet due to excessive presence of growth hormones. Common symptoms of acromegaly are: doughy-feeling skin over the face and extremities, thick and hard nails, deepening of creases on the forehead and nasolabial folds, noticeably large pores, thick and edematous eyelids, enlargement of the lower lip and nose, wide spacing of the teeth and prognathism, cutis verticis gyrata, small sessile and pedunculated fibromas, hypertrichosis, oily skin, hyperpigmentation. This drug is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores & must be taken by doctor’s prescription only.

Manufacturer:

Novartis India Ltd. is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection. It can be purchased from our online pharmacy. 

Strength:

Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection contains an active ingredient, Octreotide Acetate, which is available in other substitutes also at all the leading online pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Sandostatin LAR 10 Mg/1 Ml Injection (Octreotide Acetate):

Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection is used in the treatment in following conditions:

• Acromegaly
• Carcinoid Tumors
• Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide Tumors (VIPomas)

How Sandostatin LAR 10 Mg/1 Ml Injection (Octreotide Acetate) Works:

Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection has an active ingredient; 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. This drug also lowers the bleeding from the food pipe by constricting (narrowing) the blood vessels.

Before You Use Sandostatin LAR 10 Mg/1 Ml Injection (Octreotide Acetate):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Octreotide Acetate
• You are not having any serious Disease
• Your doctor must be learned about your medicinal history like your pre- existing disease, surgeries & Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, lifestyle, etc.

What Should You Avoid While Taking Sandostatin LAR 10 Mg/1 Ml Injection (Octreotide Acetate):

• You should avoid taking alcohol  
• You should avoid driving
• You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Sandostatin LAR 10 Mg/1 Ml Injection (Octreotide Acetate):

You should not take Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity
• Have liver problems
• Have active infections
• Have heart disorder
• Have gallbladder stones
• Have hypothyroidism
• Have Kidney disease
• Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

Tell Your Doctor If You:  

• Have Allergy to the Injection
• Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs
• Have Liver/ Kidney disease
• Have infections
• Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive
• Are Breastfeeding

Dosage:

Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection contains an active ingredient, Octreotide Acetate, which is used in the treatment of acromegaly, carcinoid tumours and bleeding esophageal varices. This medicine is accessible in different substitutes & strengths & must be purchased or given on doctor’s prescription only. You must consult your physician for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection at a fixed time with or without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection regularly on time for better results.

How Much Of The Sandostatin LAR 10 Mg/1 Ml Injection (Octreotide Acetate) to Be Used:

As Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection. Do not take the Injection on your own & for longer period than recommended by doctor.

How To Take The Sandostatin LAR 10 Mg/1 Ml Injection (Octreotide Acetate):

Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. Your doctor or nurse will give you Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection. Kindly do not self administer this medicine.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Sandostatin LAR 10 Mg/1 Ml Injection (Octreotide Acetate):

You are always advised to take Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection as prescribed. Do not start/stop taking this medicine yourself. Strictly follow the guidelines given by your surgeon. Do not take the Injection in larger or smaller quantity or for longer period than suggested by your doctor.

Overdose:

Seek medical emergency treatment and/ or contact your surgeon immediately in case of any overdose symptoms. Since Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency measure will be initiated immediately by your physician if they observe overdose symptoms.

Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the injection should be administered by the doctor as soon as possible. It is strictly suggested to skip the missed dosage if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. You must not double the dosage of the prescription to make up for the missed dosage. Since Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection is administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dosage is very low.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Sandostatin LAR 10 Mg/1 Ml Injection (Octreotide Acetate):

• Nausea and Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Increase in blood glucose level
• Decreased Thyroid Hormone levels
• Decreased heartbeat
• Difficulty in breathing
• Gallbladder Stones
• Abdominal pain
• Constipation
• Flatulence
• Headache
• Injection site reaction

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection. This interaction may produce some needless or adverse effects and/or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always talk about with your doctor if you are taking other prescription/ Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Pioglitazone
• Acarbose
• Voglibose
• Gliclazide
• Glimepiride
• Metformin
• Teneligliptin
• Insulin
• Bromocriptine
• Cyclosporine

It can also interact with following disease condition:

• Infections
• Liver disease
• Renal impairment
• Heart disease

Warning And Precaution:

Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection can worsen the conditions like:

• Allergy
• Liver/kidney disease
• Regular monitoring of thyroid function, gallbladder function, and liver function and vitamin b12 levels is necessary during treatment with this medicine
• You must not drive or operate heavy machinery while taking this medicine as it may cause nausea and vomiting
• You must use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine
• Always consult with your doctor straight away to get best possible treatment if you are observing any of the above mentioned conditions.

Things To Remember:

• Keep the Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection out of reach and sight of the children
• This medicine is strictly used to treat with caution in children, adolescents, and elderly
• Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of harmful effects on the unborn baby
• You must always check up the information precisely written on the leaflet/ insert of the medicine
• Always consult your medical doctor if you have any uncertainty in case of the dosage, time & strength of the medicine.

Indications:

Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection should be taken for cancer treatment. Do not take this prescription for longer period than suggested by the Doctor.

Storage:

Store the Sandostatin LAR 10 mg/1 ml Injection at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Injection is intact and not damaged while purchasing or storing.