Learn more about usage, cautions, and possible side effects of Genotropin.
Chemical Name: SOMATROPIN (soe-ma-TROE-pin)
Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication" is a growth hormone used to treat certain children or adults whose bodies do not produce enough growth hormone. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication". INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking corticosteroids (such as prednisone), estrogens, anticonvulsants (such as carbamazepine), cyclosporine, insulin, or other medicines for diabetes. DO NOT START OR STOP any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. TELL YOUR DOCTOR if you have curvature of the spine (scoliosis), are very overweight, or have had recent major surgery or injury. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions including a history of ear or hearing problems (such as repeated ear infections), heart problems, kidney problems, lung or breathing problems (such as airway blockage, sleep apnea), leukemia, other types of cancer, unusual growths or tumors (especially in the brain), endocrine problems (such as pituitary or adrenal gland problems), personal or family history of diabetes or high blood sugar levels, thyroid problems, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. USE OF GENOTROPIN "5.8mg CARTRIDGE, ADDITIONAL 3-5 DAYS REQUIRED TO ORDER MEDICATION" IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you have active or recurring cancer, a brain tumor, or other unusual growths; severe breathing problems (such as respiratory failure); serious illness caused by complications from surgery or injury; or a certain type of eye problem caused by diabetes (diabetic retinopathy). USE OF GENOTROPIN "5.8mg CARTRIDGE, ADDITIONAL 3-5 DAYS REQUIRED TO ORDER MEDICATION" IS NOT RECOMMENDED in children whose bone growth is complete, or children who have Prader-Willi syndrome and are severely overweight or have severe breathing problems (such as airway blockage, sleep apnea, respiratory infection). Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about taking Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication".
Follow the directions for using Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication" provided by your doctor. An extra patient leaflet is available with Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication". Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about this information. Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication" is given as an injection under the skin. A health care provider will teach you how to use it. Be sure you understand how to use Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication". Follow the procedures you are taught when you use a dose. Contact your health care provider if you have any questions. Do NOT shake Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication". Do not use Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication" if it contains particles, is cloudy or discolored, or if the vial or container is cracked or damaged. Be sure to rotate your injection site as directed to help avoid thickening or hardening of the skin. STORE NEW (UNOPENED) CARTRIDGES, DEVICES, AND VIALS OF GENOTROPIN "5.8mg CARTRIDGE, ADDITIONAL 3-5 DAYS REQUIRED TO ORDER MEDICATION" in the refrigerator, between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 and 8 degrees C). Do not freeze. Protect from light. Do not use Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication" past the expiration date on the product label. Store used (open) cartridges, devices, and vials as directed in the extra patient leaflet or by your healthcare provider. Be sure you know how long you can use your cartridge, device, or vial after it is opened. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF GENOTROPIN "5.8mg CARTRIDGE, ADDITIONAL 3-5 DAYS REQUIRED TO ORDER MEDICATION", use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
DO NOT USE GENOTROPIN "5.8mg CARTRIDGE, ADDITIONAL 3-5 DAYS REQUIRED TO ORDER MEDICATION" if you have had an allergic reaction to it or are allergic to any ingredient in this product. IF YOU HAVE HAD AN ALLERGIC REACTION to a preservative called m-Cresol, talk with your doctor before using Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication". Laboratory and/or medical tests, including blood sugar levels and thyroid function may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication". SEVERE AND SOMETIMES FATAL LUNG AND BREATHING PROBLEMS have occurred with use of Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication" in certain children with Prader-Willi syndrome. These children were usually either very overweight or had severe breathing problems (such as airway blockage, sleep apnea, lung or airway infection). The risk may be greater in males. Children with Prader-Willi syndrome should have certain breathing tests before they start Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication". They should be monitored for signs of lung or airway infection. They should also have effective weight control. Contact the doctor at once if the patient develops irregular breathing during sleep, new or increased snoring, or symptoms of lung or airway infection (such as fever, coughing, sore throat, shortness of breath, chest pain or discomfort). RARELY, CHILDREN USING GENOTROPIN "5.8mg CARTRIDGE, ADDITIONAL 3-5 DAYS REQUIRED TO ORDER MEDICATION" have experienced a slipped growth plate in the hip. Contact the doctor right away if the patient develops hip or knee pain or a limp. Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication" may have benzyl alcohol in it. Do not use medicines that contain benzyl alcohol in NEWBORNS or INFANTS. It may cause serious and sometimes fatal nervous system problems and other side effects. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. CAUTION IS ADVISED when using Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication" in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication". FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication" during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF GENOTROPIN "5.8mg CARTRIDGE, ADDITIONAL 3-5 DAYS REQUIRED TO ORDER MEDICATION" IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU PLAN ON BREAST-FEEDING while you are using Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication" talk with your doctor to discuss the risks to your baby. IF YOU HAVE DIABETES, Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication" may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely and ask your doctor before adjusting your diabetes medicine or changing your diet.
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication" include fatigue, headache, increased appetite, stuffy nose, mild swelling (such as of the hands or feet), mild arm or leg pain or stiffness, muscle or joint pain, prickling sensation of the skin, or redness or itching at the injection site. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience thickened or hardened skin at the injection site. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience blood in the urine; burning, tingling, itching, or numbness in the palm of the hand, fingers, or wrist; change in appearance or size of a mole; chest pain or discomfort; confusion; ear pain, discharge, or discomfort; fast heartbeat; fever or chills; mental or mood changes; hearing problems; hip or knee pain; limp; nausea or vomiting; new growth on the skin; one-sided weakness; persistent or severe cough or sore throat; persistent or unusual stomach pain; severe or persistent swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet; shortness of breath; slurred speech; snoring or irregular breathing during sleep; sudden, severe, or persistent headache or dizziness; symptoms of high blood sugar (such as increased thirst, hunger, or urination; unusual weakness); unusual bruising; or vision changes. AN ALLERGIC REACTION to Genotropin "5.8mg Cartridge, Additional 3-5 Days Required To Order Medication" is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your healthcare provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include dizziness, excessive thirst or hunger, fainting, fast heartbeat, and frequent urination.
DO NOT SHARE GENOTROPIN "5.8mg CARTRIDGE, ADDITIONAL 3-5 DAYS REQUIRED TO ORDER MEDICATION" with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE GENOTROPIN "5.8mg CARTRIDGE, ADDITIONAL 3-5 DAYS REQUIRED TO ORDER MEDICATION" for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Dispose of properly after use. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist to explain local regulations for selecting an appropriate container and properly disposing of the container when it is full.
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