Octride (Octreotide)
Brand Name: Octride
Generic Name: Octreotide
Manufacturer/Agent: Sun Pharma
Formulation: inj
Strength: 100mcg
Pack size: 1
Trade Price: KES 1,450.00
Retail Price: @ KES 1,933.33
Class: Hypothalamic/pituitary Hormones (Endocrine system drugs)
Mechanism of Action:
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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.