Octride (Octreotide)


Brand Name: Octride

Generic Name: Octreotide

Manufacturer/Agent: Sun Pharma


Formulation: inj

Strength: 50mcg

Pack size: 1

Trade Price: KES 1,100.00

Retail Price: @ KES 1,466.67


Class: Hypothalamic/pituitary Hormones (Endocrine system drugs)

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Molecular Formulae: C49H66N2S2 = 1019.2

Precautions: Severe renal failure. monitor for thyroid function.

Indications/Uses: Management of carcinoid tumours, secretory neoplasms (vipomas, glucagonomas) 50mcg sc od-bd. acromegaly 100-200mcg tds. prevention of complications following pa

Interactions: Increases systemic availability of bromocriptine.

Side Effects: Local reaction at injection site. gastro-intestinal distress. gallstones on long-term therapy.