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Generic name: Somatropin - injection
Brand name: Genotropin, Humatrope, Norditropin, Nutropin, Serostim, Zorbtive

Description
It is a kind of sterile lyophilized formulation of Recombinant Human Growth Hormone. It is similar to the natural growth hormone found in your body. There are many uses for injectable growth hormone. Growth hormone is necessary to stimulate growth in children. Generic somatropin is not available.

Uses

• Used for the treatment of Growth failure
• Used for growth hormone deficiency
• Used for intestinal disorder (short bowel syndrome)
• HIV-related weight loss or wasting

How to use \ dosage ?
Somatropin is for injection into a muscle or under the skin. The way you inject this medicine will depend on the brand that you are using. It is important to change the location of the injection site to avoid problem areas under the skin. Check with your pharmacist to ensure that the way you are injecting your medicine is correct. Do not exceed the prescribed dose, and do not use more or less often than prescribed.

Safety tips
Before taking somatropin, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic or have any of following problems :

• Underactive thyroid
• Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• An unusual or allergic reaction to somatropin, glycerin, benzyl alcohol, m-cresol, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• Ear infection
• Diabetes mellitus or changes in your blood sugar
• Any type of cancer

Common side effects

• Muscle pain
• Vomiting
• Weakness
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Joint / Hip/ Knee pain
• Fluid retention
• Visual changes
• Skin rashes or itching

Disclaimer:The above information is for general understanding of the visitor. Please consult a registered medical practitioner before taking the aforesaid medicine.