Humatrope

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Somatropin Injection is a growth hormone supplement. It is also used for increasing height in children with certain deficiency. Humatrope is its universal brand name under which it is available. It is a lyophilized white coloured powder.

Purpose:

This drug is used to treat several diseases listed below:

• Growth failure
• Intestinal disorder (short bowel syndrome)
• HIV related weight loss
• Growth hormone deficiency
• Turner syndrome
• Noonan syndrome
• Idiopathic short stature
• Increases energy
• Strengthen bones
• Boosts immunity
• Increases collagen

 

Mechanism:

Somatropin Injection is a highly purified preparation. It is synthesised in Escherichia coli. This injection replicates the activity of HGH in the body, which is produced in the pituitary gland.

 

Dosage:

• The dosage is based as per the physical examination and blood analysis, age, weight, health condition and deficiency of the patient.
• However, the initial dosage can begin at 0.2mg per day for 6-7 weeks.

 

Side effects:

• Muscle Pain, weakness, nausea, headache and vomiting are common side effects of Humatrope.
• There are rare chances of fatal breathing or lung problems by consuming this medication.
• Sleep apnea and heavy snoring are serious side effects of Somatropin Injection, if faced by the, you should consult your doctor right away.
• Oedema
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Type 2 diabetes
• Joint or nerve pain

 

Precautions and measures:

• There can be adverse reactions of Humatrope in people who are obese, hence should use this injection under strict guidance.
• If you have had any history of diabetic retinopathy, thyroid problem, tumour, scoliosis or acute respiratory failure, provide the complete information of the same to your doctor before getting on this medication.
• This drug has been established to increase the blood sugar level. If you are diabetic, you are advised to keep a regular check on your blood sugar levels.
• This is not meant to be given in the form of an injection to newly born infants.
• Patients of active malignancy should be treated with extreme caution with this injection.
• If you are self-administering Somatropin injection, learn all the preparation methods that need to be put to practical use.
• If you are using this for Short Bowel Syndrome, consult your doctor for changes needed in your diet along with some nutritional supplements.
• Most easily accessible place to inject this is the abdomen. It provides faster absorption in the bloodstream and hence should be injected at that site.
• Store the injection in its original packing.
• It should be kept away from the reach of pets and children.

 

Interactions:

Estrogen hormone replacement has been established to react with Humatrope and produce reverse effects.