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| Pronunciation: | ock TRE o tide |
| Brand: | Sandostatin, Sandostatin LAR Depot |
What is the most important information I should know about octreotide?
Before using octreotide, tell your doctor if you have diabetes, kidney disease, gallbladder problems, or a thyroid disorder.
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Octreotide should not be used at the same time as cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune, Gengraf). Talk to your doctor before using octreotide if you are using cyclosporine. |
Octreotide is given as an injection under the skin or into a vein. A doctor, nurse, or pharmacist will give you specific instructions on how and where to inject this medicine. Be sure to follow the instructions for the exact type of octreotide your doctor has prescribed for you. Do not give yourself an injection if you do not understand these instructions. Call your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist for help.
While using octreotide, call your doctor if you have severe stomach pain, fever, bloating, nausea and vomiting, or jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes). These may be signs of serious side effects
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| Last updated: | January 4, 2006 |
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