Ocumeg 50mcg Injection

Explore detailed information about Ocumeg 50mcg Injection, a medication containing Octreotide acetate (50mcg) from the trusted Ridhima Biocare brand. Discover its primary uses for Acromegaly,Carcinoid tumours,Bleeding esophageal varices and delve deeper into its specific details to understand how Ocumeg 50mcg Injection can play a role in your health and well-being. Add it to your wishlist or compare it with other products.

MRP: ₹ 350
Packing: 1.0 ml in 1 vial
Salt Combination: Octreotide acetate (50mcg)
Brand: Ridhima Biocare
Uses: Acromegaly,Carcinoid tumours,Bleeding esophageal varices

Description

Ocumeg 50mcg 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
Ocumeg 50mcg 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
Before 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.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Ocumeg 50mcg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ocumeg 50mcg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Ocumeg 50mcg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Ocumeg 50mcg Injection is recommended.
Driving:	SAFE: Ocumeg 50mcg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Ocumeg 50mcg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnency:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Ocumeg 50mcg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Alcohol:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ocumeg 50mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	Somatostatin Analogues (SSAs)
Therapeutic class:	HORMONES
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Somatostatin Analogues

Uses of Ocumeg 50mcg Injection

Acromegaly Carcinoid tumours Bleeding esophageal varices

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Ocumeg 50mcg Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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