PROTIDE-100

PROTIDE-100MCG is a member of the octapeptide drug class. Injection of PROTIDE-100MCG the main purpose of 1 ml is to treat acromegaly. Injection of PROTIDE-100MCG Additionally, 1 ml is useful to reduce episodes of cleaning and watery diarrhea caused by malignant tumors (vasoactive intestinal peptide tumors, carcinoid tumors).  The condition known as acromegaly is brought on by elevated growth hormone levels. It’s a condition where the overabundance of growth hormones causes the hands and feet to expand.

“Octreotide,” a chemical often found in the human body that lessens the effects of some hormones like growth hormone, is a component of PROTIDE-100MCG. By restricting the veins, it also lessens the bleeding from the food pipe. In addition, PROTIDE-100MCG lowers a number of bodily molecules that impact digestion as well as glucagon and insulin, which regulate blood sugar.

Uses of PROTIDE-100MCG

It is specialised to treat acromegaly, tumors, diarrhoea, and other uses, be as:

• Excessive perspiration, numbness, and joint pain caused by the excess growth of hormones
• Relieve symptoms of gastrointestinal
• Prevent complications after pancreatic surgery
• Manage variceal bleeding
• Treat TSH-Secreting pituitary adenomas

How to use PROTIDE-100MCG?

It is administered through an IV infusion, depending on your medical condition, and prescribed by your doctor. IV infusion will only be done by a healthcare professional, so never be self-administered.

How does PROTIDE-100MCG work?

PROTIDE-100MCG ‘Octreotide’ is a chemical naturally found in the human body that decreases the action of particular hormones, such as growth hormone. It also reduces bleeding from the food pipe by restricting (contracting) the veins. Aside from that, PROTIDE-100MCG decreases several molecules in the body, including glucagon and insulin (which help control blood sugar) and chemicals that affect digestion.

Storage

Keep in cool place and away from direct sunlight

Interaction

Interaction with Drugs

• Insulin
• Metformin
• Gliclazide
• Propranolol
• Aternolol
• Levothyroxine

Intersection with Diseases

• Gallbladder disease
• Liver or kidney impairment
• Thyroid disorders
• Diabetes

For Pregnant Women

Consult your doctor before using this medicine

For Breastfeeding

Consult your doctor before using this medicine because it may pass into breast milk.

Lifestyle:

• Eat vegetables and fruits
• Include a good source of protein at a meal
• Include sources of carbohydrates in your diet
• Choose low salt and sugar
• Avoid fried and oily food

Habit Forming

No

Class of Drug

Miscellaneous

FAQs

Will I need PROTIDE-100MCG forever?

It depends on your condition and how it will respond to medicine. In some patients, it needs lifelong therapy, while in some it is of a shorter period.

Can a diabetic patient take PROTIDE-100MCG?

No, it may lead to an increased level of blood sugar, so it should be used under your doctor’s prescription only if prescribed.

Does PROTIDE-100MCG cause hair loss and weight gain?

Yes, these are the common side effects of this medicine.

After taking PROTIDE-100MCG, my thyroid results are not good. Is PROTIDE-100MCG the reason?

It may lead to thyroid disorders such as hypothyroidism by suppressing the secretion of thyroid-stimulating hormone, which always monitors thyroid function during treatment.