SANDOSTATIN LAR 10MG INJECTION

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, gallbladder disease, diabetes, psoriasis, heart or blood vessel problems, vitamin B12 deficiency, thyroid problems, or a history of gallstones before using SANDOSTATIN LAR 10MG INJECTION.

SANDOSTATIN LAR 10MG INJECTION, when used in the long term, can cause gallstones, which may lead to swelling of the gallbladder, bile ducts, or pancreas changes in blood sugar levels, heart rhythm problems, and high blood pressure.

Your physician or nurse will teach you how to use this medicine. Make sure you understand all instructions before giving yourself an injection. You will be shown the body areas where this shot can be given. Use a different body area each time you give yourself a shot. Keep track of where you give each shot to make sure you rotate body areas.

Yes, hair loss is SANDOSTATIN LAR 10MG INJECTION's most common side effect, and it might also cause weight gain.

SANDOSTATIN LAR 10MG INJECTION may cause fluctuations in blood sugar. So this medication should be used cautiously in patients with diabetes only when prescribed by a doctor.

The common overdose symptoms are irregular heartbeat, weight loss, severe upper stomach pain, nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, weakness, tiredness, lack of energy, abdominal swelling, muscle pain, and slow breathing.

Yes, it is important to tell your doctor about all other medicines you are taking, including prescription, over-the-counter, vitamins, and herbal products, as SANDOSTATIN LAR 10MG INJECTION may interact with some of them.

You should regularly check your blood sugar levels and inform your doctor if you notice any changes. Your doctor or nurse will teach you how to administer the injection (under the skin, into a muscle, or into a vein). If you are a female of reproductive potential, it is recommended to use a non-hormonal method of contraception, such as condoms, while using this medicine, as it might improve fertility and could lead to unwanted pregnancies.

The active ingredient in SANDOSTATIN LAR 10MG INJECTION is Octreotide.