Lanreotide
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Somatuline? Depot
Brand Names: Canada:
Somatuline? Autogel?
Uses
- It is used to treat acromegaly.
- It is used to treat too much growth hormone release.
- Lanreotide lowers how much growth hormone is made by your body.
- It lowers insulin levels.
Dosing
How to take
- It is given as a shot into the fatty part of the skin.
- Wash your hands before and after use.
- Follow how to give closely if you or a family member is giving the shot at home.
- Move the site where you give the shot with each shot.
- Throw away needles in a needle/sharp disposal box and take the box back to your doctor when it is full.
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