General Information on Genotropin Miniquick
Genotropin Miniquick is used for treating conditions such as growth hormone deficiency, growth failure, intestinal disorder such as short bowel syndrome or weight loss or wasting due to HIV. The medicine is also used for treating Noonan syndrome, Prader-Willi syndrome, Turner syndrome, or short stature when born with no catch-up growth.
The active ingredient in this medicine is Somatropin. It is a human growth hormone which is significant for the growth of muscles and bones. This drug is administered through a subcutaneous or intramuscular injection. You should buy Genotropin Miniquick only if your doctor has prescribed the drug for your treatment.
Side effects of Genotropin Miniquick
Before you buy Genotropin Miniquick, inform your doctor if you have an eye problem (e.g. diabetic retinopathy), severe breathing problem (e.g. acute respiratory failure), major trauma or surgery, or if your growth has stopped due to closed epiphyses. Also inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, thyroid problem, tumor, back problem, genetic condition, adrenal gland problem, obesity, or a family history of diabetes.
Common side effects of this drug are: vomiting, nausea, headache, weakness, muscle pain, or fatigue. You should inform your doctor if any of these side effects become bothersome.
Some serious side effects associated with the drug include persistent fatigue, development of limp, unusual or unexplained weight gain, persistent slow heart rate, persistent cold intolerance, swelling on hands, feet or ankles, severe headache, ear pain or itching, joint, knee or hip pain, hearing problem, unusual increase in urination or thirst, changes in the size or appearance of moles, persistent nausea or vomiting, vision changes or problems, seizures, or severe stomach or abdominal pain. Inform your doctor right away if you develop any of these symptoms.
Children suffering from Prader-Willi syndrome may develop a rare lung or breathing problem, especially if: the child is male, is over-weight, or has a lung disease, lung infection or sleep apnea. Children should be monitored for upper airway obstruction during Genotropin Miniquick treatment, symptoms of which include persistent cough, trouble breathing, fever or irregular breathing or heavy snoring during sleep.
Dosage of Genotropin Miniquick
The dosage may range from Genotropin Miniquick 0.16 to 0.47mg per kg of body weight, depending on the condition the patient is suffering from and his or her age.
Genotropin Miniquick is administered subcutaneously or intramuscularly. The injection is not given on injured, infected, sore or red skin or muscle.
If you are using Genotropin Miniquick to treat short bowel syndrome, you will also need to follow a diet plan. Your doctor will inform you about what type of foods you should eat. You must follow your doctor’s instructions, regarding dosage and diet, to ensure that you receive maximum benefit from the treatment.
Drug Interactions of Genotropin Miniquick
Before you buy Genotropin Miniquick, inform your doctor if you are using any insulin or oral diabetes medicines. Also inform your doctor if you are using steroids such as dexamethoasone or cortisone, anabolic steroids, birth control pills, seizure medicines, or hormone replacement medicines.
