Basic Information On Sandostatin
Sandostatin is used in the treatment of acromegaly, a disease where high level of growth hormones in the blood produces uncontrolled and defective growth, mostly of the face. It is prescribed for individuals who have not had satisfactory results after surgical resection, pituitary irradiation and treatment with other medications. The Sandostatin drug is also prescribed for managing diarrhea and flushing, which are symptoms of carinoid tumors. It is also used for controlling watery diarrhea caused due to intestinal peptide tumors.
Side Effects/Precautions For Sandostatin
The side effects of Sandostatin or Octreotide Acetate are mostly felt in the gastrointestinal tract. These include vomiting, stomach pain with increased flatulence, diarrhea and vomiting. You may also feel nauseated often, during the course of treatment. However, as the body begins to tolerate the side effects, particularly nausea, tends to reduce in intensity. If it does not, then you may be prescribed medication for the side effects of brand or generic Sandostatin or you may be taken off medication.
Octreotide Acetate is known to interfere with proper functioning of the heart. You may experience irregular heartbeat patterns. If you have any heart diseases or thyroid problems, you must ensure that your doctor knows about your condition. The side effects of nausea, dizziness and headaches can also be due to reduced blood sugar levels, which are reportedly caused by this drug. If you have diabetes or have had any problems with pancreas or the liver, you may need special dosage if brand or generic Sandostatin is prescribed for you.
Sandostatin Dosage
For acromegaly, the starting dose is 50 mcg administered twice or thrice a day. The effect of the drug is assessed every two weeks and only after the desired response has not been attained, is the dose increased. The recommended dose, which often shows the desired effect, is 100 mcg but doses as high as 500 mcg may be required for some individuals. For symptomatic treatment of carcinoid tumors, the recommended dose could be in the range of 100-600 mcg/day, given in two to four divided doses. The recommended dosage for intestinal peptide tumors is 200-300 mcg/ day given in 2-4 divided doses for the first 2 weeks. If dose increase is required, then it has to be done after drug response evaluation.
Buy Sandostatin From North Drug Store
North Drug Store is a licensed Canadian Mail order pharmacy so you can confidently buy Sandostatin. Required number of vials of Sandostatin 0.1 mg/ml, 20 mg or 30mg can be ordered online.
Pharmacist Notes: Stable at room temperature for 14 days.
