Sandostatin Lar
Sandostatin LAR is a medicine that helps control certain hormones, like growth hormone, in your body.
Form
injektiokuiva-aine ja liuotin, suspensiota varten
Strength
30 mg
Active Ingredient
Octreotide acetate
Manufacturer
Novartis Finland Oy
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will decide your specific dose, usually starting with 20 mg given every 4 weeks.
Method
This medicine is given as an injection into your buttock muscle. For repeated use, the injection site should alternate between the left and right buttock.
Important
This is a long-acting injection given every 4 weeks, so there is no specific daily maximum dose. Follow your doctor's instructions for your periodic dose.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Gallstones, which may cause sudden back pain
- •High blood sugar
- •Diarrhea
- •Stomach pain
- •Nausea
- •Constipation
- •Gas or bloating
- •Headache
- •Pain at the injection site
- •Underactive thyroid gland
- •Changes in thyroid function tests
- •Gallbladder inflammation
- •Low blood sugar
- •Impaired glucose tolerance
- •Slow heart rate
- •Vomiting
- •Feeling of fullness after meals
- •Fatty stools
- •Loose stools
- •Changes in stool color
- •Dizziness
- •Loss of appetite
- •Changes in liver function tests
- •Hair loss
- •Shortness of breath
- •Weakness
RARE
- •Symptoms of dehydration (e.g., thirst, dry skin, dark urine)
- •Fast heart rate
- •Allergic skin reactions (e.g., rash)
- •Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) with difficulty breathing or swelling
- •Pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), causing sudden upper belly pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
- •Liver inflammation, causing yellow skin/eyes, nausea, vomiting, or itching
- •Irregular heartbeat
- •Low platelet count, which can lead to easy bleeding or bruising
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to octreotide or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Long-term use can lead to gallstones. Your doctor may check your gallbladder regularly.
- If you have diabetes, this medicine can affect your blood sugar levels, so they should be checked regularly.
- If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a family, discuss this with your doctor. Effective contraception is needed during treatment for women of childbearing age.
- Side effects like headache or tiredness can affect your ability to drive or use machines safely.