* Generic Name: somatropin [rdna origin]
* Brand Name: Genotropin
* What is somatropin?
* What are the possible side effects of somatropin?
* What is the most important information I should know about
somatropin?
* What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using
somatropin?
* How should I use somatropin?
* What happens if I miss a dose?
* What happens if I overdose?
* What should I avoid while using somatropin?
* What other drugs will affect somatropin?
* Where can I get more information?
What is somatropin?
Somatropin is a form of human growth hormone important for the
growth of bones and muscles.
Somatropin is used to treat growth failure in children and adults who
lack natural growth hormone. This includes people with short stature
due to Noonan syndrome, Turner syndrome, Prader-Willi
syndrome, short stature at birth with no catch-up growth, and other
causes.
Somatropin is also used in adults to treat short bowel syndrome, or
to prevent severe weight loss related to AIDS.
Somatropin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication
guide.
What are the possible side effects of somatropin?
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction:
hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or
throat.
Serious breathing problems may occur in patients with Prader-Willi
syndrome who use somatropin. If you have Prader-Willi syndrome, call
your doctor promptly if you develop signs of lung or breathing problems
such as shortness of breath, coughing, or new or increased snoring.
Also call your doctor at once if you have:
* pain in your knees or hips, walking with a limp;
* ear pain, swelling, warmth, or drainage;
* numbness or tingling in your wrist, hand, or fingers;
* severe swelling or puffiness in your hands and feet;
* pain or swelling in your joints;
* pancreatitis--severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your
back, nausea and vomiting, fast heart rate;
* high blood sugar--increased thirst, increased urination,
dry mouth, fruity breath odor, headache, blurred vision;
* increased pressure inside the skull--severe headaches, ringing in
your ears, dizziness, nausea, vision problems, pain behind your
eyes; or
* signs of an adrenal gland problem--extreme weakness, severe
dizziness, weight loss, changes in skin color, feeling very weak or
tired.
Common side effects may include:
* pain, itching, or skin changes where the medicine was injected;
* swelling, rapid weight gain;
* muscle or joint pain;
* numbness or tingling;
* stomach pain, gas;
* headache, back pain; or
* cold or flu symptoms, stuffy nose, sneezing, sore
throat, ear pain.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call
your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side
effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What is the most important information I should know about somatropin?
You should not use somatropin if you have cancer, diabetic
retinopathy, or if you are being treated for Prader-Willi syndrome and
you are overweight or have severe breathing problems. You should
not use somatropin if you have a serious illness due to lung failure or
complications from recent surgery, injury, or medical trauma.
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What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using somatropin?
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to somatropin or
benzyl alcohol, or if you have:
* a serious illness due to lung failure, or complications from recent
surgery, injury, or medical trauma;
* active cancer;
* eye problems caused by diabetes (diabetic retinopathy); or
* you are being treated for Prader-Willi syndrome and you are
overweight or have severe breathing problems (including sleep
apnea).
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
* cancer (especially during childhood);
* diabetes;
* a pituitary gland disorder;
* abnormal curvature of the spine (scoliosis);
* underactive thyroid;
* a head injury or brain tumor; or
* childhood brain cancer and radiation treatment.
In some cases, somatropin should not be used in a child. Certain brands
of somatropin contain an ingredient that can cause serious side effects
or death in very young infants or premature babies. Do not give this
medicine to a child without medical advice.
Some brands of somatropin are not expected to harm an unborn baby,
including Genotropin, Omnitrope, Saizen, and Serostim.
It is not known whether certain other brands of somatropin will harm an
unborn baby, including Humatrope, Norditropin, Nutropin, Zomacton, and
Zorbtive.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It may not be safe to breast-feed a baby while you are using this
medicine. Ask your doctor about any risks.
How should I use somatropin?
Your dose and brand of somatropin, and how often you use it will depend
on the condition you are treating. Follow all directions on your
prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction
sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Somatropin is injected into a muscle or under the skin. A healthcare
provider can teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your
medicine. Do not use somatropin if you don't understand all
instructions for proper use. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have
questions.
Prepare your injection only when you are ready to give it. Do not shake
the medication bottle or you may ruin the medicine. Do not use if the
medicine looks cloudy, has changed colors, or has particles in it. Call
your pharmacist for new medicine.
If your medicine comes with a syringe, cartridge, or injection pen, use
only that device to give your medicine.
Your care provider will show you the best places on your body to inject
somatropin. Use a different place each time you give an injection. Do
not inject into the same place two times in a row.
You may need frequent medical tests.
Follow any diet plan created for you by your doctor or
nutrition counselor to help control your condition.
How you store this medicine will depend on the somatropin brand and the
diluent you are using. Ask your pharmacist if you have any questions
about proper storage of your medication.
Throw away any somatropin left over after the expiration date on the
label has passed.
Use a needle and syringe only once and then place them in a
puncture-proof "sharps" container. Follow state or local laws about how
to dispose of this container. Keep it out of the reach of children and
pets.
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What happens if I miss a dose?
Use the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is
almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time.
Call your doctor if you miss more than 3 doses in a row.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at
1-800-222-1222.
Overdose can cause tremors or shaking, cold sweats, increased
hunger, headache, drowsiness, weakness, dizziness, fast heartbeat, and
nausea. Long-term overdose may cause excessive growth.
What should I avoid while using somatropin?
If you use Zorbtive to treat short bowel syndrome, avoid drinking fruit
juices or soda beverages.
Avoid drinking alcohol if you have short bowel syndrome. Alcohol can
irritate your stomach and could make your condition worse.
What other drugs will affect somatropin?
Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:
* birth control pills or hormone replacement therapy
* insulin or oral diabetes medicine; or
* a steroid (prednisone, dexamethasone,
methylprednisolone, and others).
This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect somatropin, including
prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal
products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.
Where can I get more information?
Your pharmacist can provide more information about somatropin.
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