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Octreotide Acetate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: SANDOSTATIN

Strength: 0.2 mg/ml | Form: Solution For Injection

Price in UAE: AED 495.00

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Octreotide Acetate

Class: | Somatostatin analogue Use: | Treatment of acromegaly, carcinoid syndrome, VIPoma, and other neuroendocrine tumors Adult dose: | Initial: 100 mcg subcutaneously 2-3 times daily; maintenance: 200-600 mcg/day in divided doses Pediatric dose: | Not established; use with caution in children and only if necessary Side effects: | Nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, fatigue, injection site reactions Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to octreotide or any component of the fo

Drug Class

Somatostatin analogue

Uses & Indications

Treatment of acromegaly, carcinoid syndrome, VIPoma, and other neuroendocrine tumors

Storage Requirements

Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F); protect from light; do not freeze

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Sandoz Pharmaceuticals AG, SWITZERLAND

Package Size

5ml vial

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 495.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Initial: 100 mcg subcutaneously 2-3 times daily; maintenance: 200-600 mcg/day in divided doses

Pediatric Dose

Not established; use with caution in children and only if necessary

Side Effects

Nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, fatigue, injection site reactions

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to octreotide or any component of the formulation; caution in patients with diabetes mellitus

Important Warnings

May cause gallbladder abnormalities; monitor for signs of gallstones; caution in patients with renal impairment; potential for hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia in diabetic patients

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Octreotide Acetate available in UAE pharmacies:

OCTREOTIDE 500 mcg/ml Solution For Injection OCTREOTIDE 500 mcg/ml Solution For Injection SANDOSTATIN 0.05 mg/ml Solution For Injection SANDOSTATIN 0.1 mg/ml Solution For Injection SANDOSTATIN 0.2 mg/ml Solution For Injection SANDOSTATIN 0.5 mg/ml Solution For Injection SANDOSTATIN LAR 10 mg Powder For Solution For Injection SANDOSTATIN LAR 20 mg Powder For Solution For Injection SANDOSTATIN LAR 30 mg Powder For Solution For Injection

Related Medicines in Same Category

See also: Other Somatostatin analogue medicines available in UAE pharmacies

Lanreotide Lanreotide Octreotide Octreotide Octreotide

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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