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Octiross 100mg Injection

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Acromegaly / Carcinoid tumours / Bleeding esophageal varices

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Benefits

Acromegaly / Carcinoid tumours / Bleeding esophageal varicesAcromegaly / Carcinoid tumours / Bleeding esophageal varices

In Acromegaly Acromegaly is a condition that is caused by overproduction of growth hormone from the pituitary gland. Octiross 100mg Injection helps to reduce the increased levels of growth hormone, restores them to normal and therefore prevents complication of acromegaly such as diabetes or heart diseases. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. In Carcinoid tumours Carcinoid tumors are slow growing abnormal masses that occur in several parts of the body, chiefly, intestine, pancreas, colon, rectum, lungs etc. These tumors occur due to oversecretion of certain hormones in our body. Octiross 100mg Injection helps reduce these hormone levels to normal range and prevents further complications. Follow your doctor?s instructions to get maximum benefit. In Bleeding esophageal varices Esophageal varices develop when normal blood flow to the liver is blocked by a clot or scar tissue in the liver. Octiross 100mg Injection helps prevent abnormal growth of tissues that may cause these blockages and also helps control bleeding in such cases.In Acromegaly Acromegaly is a condition that is caused by overproduction of growth hormone from the pituitary gland. Octiross 100mg Injection helps to reduce the increased levels of growth hormone, restores them to normal and therefore prevents complication of acromegaly such as diabetes or heart diseases. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. In Carcinoid tumours Carcinoid tumors are slow growing abnormal masses that occur in several parts of the body, chiefly, intestine, pancreas, colon, rectum, lungs etc. These tumors occur due to oversecretion of certain hormones in our body. Octiross 100mg Injection helps reduce these hormone levels to normal range and prevents further complications. Follow your doctor?s instructions to get maximum benefit. In Bleeding esophageal varices Esophageal varices develop when normal blood flow to the liver is blocked by a clot or scar tissue in the liver. Octiross 100mg Injection helps prevent abnormal growth of tissues that may cause these blockages and also helps control bleeding in such cases.

Side Effects

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.

How to use

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

How it works

Octiross 100mg 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.Octiross 100mg 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.

Alcohol

Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Octiross 100mg Injection . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Octiross 100mg Injection . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.

Pregnancy

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Octiross 100mg 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.Safe when prescribed by an expert: Octiross 100mg 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 when prescribed by an expert: Octiross 100mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.Safe when prescribed by an expert: Octiross 100mg 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 - Octiross 100mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.SAFE - Octiross 100mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Octiross 100mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Octiross 100mg Injection is recommended.Safe when prescribed by an expert: Octiross 100mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Octiross 100mg Injection is recommended.

Liver

Caution Advised: Octiross 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Octiross 100mg Injection may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.Caution Advised: Octiross 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Octiross 100mg Injection may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.

What if I forget to take it?

If a dose of Octiross 100mg Injection is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.If a dose of Octiross 100mg Injection is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.

Manufacturer Address

206, V-Mall, Near Sai Dham, ,Thakur Complex, Kandivali- EastMumbai ‚ 400101, India

Frequently asked questions

Diarrhea may occur as a side effect of Octiross 100mg Injection. Stick to simple meals, avoid rich or spicy foods, and stay hydrated. Consult your doctor if diarrhea is severe.
Nausea is a common side effect of Octiross 100mg Injection. Eating smaller, more frequent meals and avoiding salty, spicy, fried, or fatty foods may help alleviate it.
Octiross 100mg Injection may cause constipation. A balanced diet high in fiber and adequate hydration can help. Avoid laxatives without consulting your doctor.
Headaches can be a side effect of Octiross 100mg Injection. Rest, hydrate, and consider a suitable painkiller recommended by a pharmacist. Consult your doctor if headaches persist.
Octiross 100mg Injection may suppress thyroid-stimulating hormone secretion, potentially resulting in hypothyroidism.
Octiross 100mg Injection can cause fluctuations in blood sugar levels, which may require adjustments to insulin or other anti-diabetic medications. Regular monitoring of sugar levels is advised during treatment.
Regular scans will assess your tumor's response to treatment, with your doctor determining the appropriate schedule for these scans.
Seek immediate medical help for lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting, chest pain, slow or irregular heartbeat, trouble breathing, or unusual tiredness, as these may indicate heart rhythm problems.

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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

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