Nutropin Depot - Somatropin - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Nutropin Depot.
• Genotropin, Humatrope, Norditropin, Nutropin, Serostim
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Read Before Using Nutropin Depot (precautions)

• This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions.
• Before using this medication, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have.

Possible Side Effects

• Headache, fatigue or muscle pain may occur.
• If these symptoms continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you experience hip pain, knee pain or unusual weakness while using this medication.
• Unlikely but report.

Medicinal Applications

• Various brands of this medication are used for either the treatment of children with growth failure or for the treatment of HIV-related weight loss or wasting.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include headache; nausea; vomiting; and bloating or swelling of ankles, feet, or hands.

Nutropin Depot Storage Instructions

• Consult your pharmacist and/or written manufacturer information for specific storage requirements.
• It is critical to follow those instructions closely.
• Do not freeze.
• Properly discard any unused medication after the expiration date marked on the label.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you use, especially of.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is given by injection into a muscle or under the skin.
• It is usually given three times a week.
• For best results, this medication must be used exactly as prescribed.
• It is important to understand your therapy and to follow your doctor's instructions closely.
• If this medicine is used for weight loss/muscle wasting, it may take 2 weeks to notice the effects of the drug.
• Do not use more of this medication than prescribed or use it more often since the risk of side effects will be increased.
• Be sure to ask your doctor or pharmacist any questions you may have and learn how to mix, prepare, inject your medicine and dispose of the materials.
• Needles and syringes are for one-time use only.
• Do not reuse.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• It is important to use each dose at the scheduled time.
• If you miss a dose, contact your doctor who will help establish a new dosing schedule.
• Do not"double-up" the dose to catch up.

Nutropin Depot Miscellaneous Notes

• Laboratory tests will be done routinely while using this medication to evaluate its effectiveness and prevent side effects.
• Keep all doctor's appointments and laboratory visits so your therapy can be monitored closely.
• It may be necessary to see your doctor several times a week.