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Okeron 0.1mg Injection 1.0 ml in 1 vial

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Okeron 0.1mg Injection is a product of Wockhardt Ltd

Composition: Octreotide acetate (0.1mg)

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All Details About Okeron 0.1mg Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Okeron 0.1mg Injection

Description:

Okeron 0. Injection is used in the treatment of acromegaly, carcinoid tumors, and bleeding esophageal varices. It is also used to prevent complications following surgery of the pancreas.

Okeron 0. Injection is generally given by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should use it regularly to get the most benefit from the medicine. Do not stop using the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so.

Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, constipation, flatulence, and headache. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away or get worse. Earlier using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have problems with your liver. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking.

Uses:

  • Acromegaly
  • Bleeding esophageal varices
  • Carcinoid tumours

Directions For Use:

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Compassionately do not self administer.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Okeron

  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Flatulence
  • Headache
  • Increased glucose level in blood
  • Injection site reaction

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Okeron 0. Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Okeron 0. Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Okeron 0. Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Driving
CAUTION
Okeron 0. Injection may cause dizziness or weakness due to changes in blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Okeron 0. Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Okeron 0. Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

What should I monitor when taking Okeron 0. Injection?

Perceivek immediate medical help if you have lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting, chest pain or discomfort, slow or irregular heartbeat, trouble breathing, or unusual tiredness. These may be symptoms of heart rhythm problems.

I am experiencing nausea. Is this due to Okeron 0. Injection?

Nausea is one of the common side-effects of this medicine. Eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce the feeling of nausea. Avoid food that is salty, spicy, fried, or fatty.

Does Okeron 0. Injection result in thyroid disorders?

Affirmative, Okeron 0. Injection may suppress the secretion of thyroid-stimulating hormone, which may result in hypothyroidism.

Does Okeron 0. Injection affect blood sugar?

Affirmative, Okeron 0. Injection may cause your blood sugar levels to rise or fall resulting in a dose change of insulin or other anti-diabetic medications. You will be advised to regularly monitor your sugar level while on treatment with Okeron 0. Injection.

Does Okeron 0. Injection cause diarrhea?

Diarrhea could be a side-effect of Okeron 0. Injection. Stick to simple meals, avoid rich or spicy food, and drink plenty of water while taking Okeron 0. Injection. Consult your doctor if you have severe diarrhea.

Does Okeron 0. Injection cause constipation?

Affirmative, Okeron 0. Injection may cause constipation. Try to eat a well-balanced diet with lots of fibre and drink plenty of water. Do not take any laxatives without consulting your doctor.

I am experiencing a headache, is it due to Okeron 0. Injection?

Affirmative, headache is one of the side effects of Okeron 0. Injection. Take rest and drink plenty of water and ask a pharmacist to recommend a suitable painkiller. If the headache continues, speak with your doctor.

How will you know that Okeron 0. Injection is working?

Regular scans will reveal whether your tumor is responding to the treatment. Your doctor will determine when those scans should be scheduled.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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