Top Salts
Somatropin
How Somatropin works
Somatropin is a cardiac glycoside. It works by correcting irregular heartbeat to a normal rhythm and increases the force with which the heart muscle contracts with every heartbeat. This makes the heart pump more efficiently and increases blood circulation throughout the body.
Side Effects
Skin rash, Vomiting, Irregular heartbeats, Diarrhoea, Visual disturbance
Usage
Somatropin is used in the treatment of arrhythmias and heart failure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Somatropin legal?Yes. Somatropin is officially approved by the US FDA to be used in the management of the human growth hormone deficiency
Q. Is Somatropin good and safe?Somatropin is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is Somatropin a steroid?Yes. Somatropin is a steroid
Q. Is Somatropin a controlled substance?No. Somatropin is not a controlled substance
Q. How long can I take Somatropin?You can take Somatropin until you have reached your final height and stopped growing or as per instructions of your treating doctor
Q. Can I take Somatropin with / without steroids?Yes. You can take Somatropin both ways; however, if you are taking with another steroid (e.g. testosterone) then your treating doctor may adjust the dose
Q. Can I take Somatropin with high blood pressure?Yes. It is safe to take Somatropin with high blood pressure, however, make sure you discuss this with your treating doctor
Q. Does Somatropin need to be refrigerated and does it have an expiry date?Somatropin needs to be stored at 2-8 °C and does have an expiry date mentioned on the container of the drug.
