Sodium Chloride (0.9%w/v) + Somatostatin (3mg)
Somatin 3000 mcg Injection is used in the treatment of acromegaly, carcinoid tumours and bleeding esophageal varices.
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Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Somatin 3000 mcg Injection works by blocking the effects of certain natural hormones in the body such as serotonin and growth hormone. It also decreases bleeding from food pipe by constricting (narrowing) the blood vessels.
Related Warnings
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Somatin 3000 mcg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Somatin 3000 mcg Injection is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.
It is not known whether Somatin 3000 mcg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
There is limited information available on the use of Somatin 3000 mcg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Somatin 3000 mcg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
