Humatrope 15IU injection 5mg

Generic Name: Somatropin 15IU

Injection Prescription Required

Manufacturer Eli Lilly Pakistan (Pvt) Ltd

Formula Somatropin 15IU

Price

PKR 6250

per pack

Consult a Doctor

About Humatrope 15IU injection 5mg

An injectable growth hormone used to treat growth hormone deficiency.

Humatrope 15IU injection 5mg Uses

Growth hormone deficiency in children
Growth failure due to Turner syndrome
Growth hormone deficiency in adults
Short stature from chronic kidney disease
Muscle wasting conditions

Humatrope 15IU injection 5mg Uses in Urdu

بچوں میں گروتھ ہارمون کی کمی کے لیے
ٹرنر سنڈروم کی وجہ سے قد کا نہ بڑھنا
بڑوں میں گروتھ ہارمون کی کمی
گردوں کی دائمی بیماری کی وجہ سے قد کا مسئلہ

Humatrope 15IU injection 5mg formula

Somatropin 15IU

Available forms

Injection

How to use Humatrope 15IU injection 5mg?

Use only under the supervision of an endocrinologist.
Inject the dose subcutaneously as instructed by your doctor.
Rotate the injection site each time to avoid skin problems.
Store the vial in the refrigerator and check it before each use.
Never adjust the dose on your own.

Drug Interactions

Humatrope 15IU injection 5mg can interact with certain other medicines.

Corticosteroids: These can reduce the effect of growth hormone on growth.
Insulin and Diabetes Medicines: Dose adjustments may be needed since growth hormone affects blood sugar.
Oral Estrogens: These may reduce the effectiveness of growth hormone therapy.

Risks and warnings

Diabetes Risk: This medicine can raise blood sugar levels, so diabetics need close monitoring.
Cancer History: People with active cancer should not use this medicine.
Thyroid Function: Growth hormone therapy can affect thyroid hormone levels.
Fluid Retention: Some patients experience swelling in the hands and feet.
Injection Site Reactions: Redness or pain at the injection site can occur.

Humatrope 15IU injection 5mg Side Effects

Headache
Joint pain
Swelling in hands or feet
Injection site redness
Muscle pain
Increased blood sugar

Storage Conditions

Store in the refrigerator between 2°C and 8°C. Do not freeze and keep the vial away from light. Keep out of reach of children.

WRITTEN BY

Assist. Prof. Dr. Mujahid Israr

MBBS, FCPS (Medicine)

MEDICALLY REVIEWED BY

Dr. Arslan Shamim

MBBS, FCPS (Medicine)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of Humatrope 15IU injection 5mg in Pakistan?

The Humatrope 15IU injection 5mg price in Pakistan is Rs. 6250

What is Humatrope 15IU injection 5mg used for?

Humatrope 15IU injection 5mg is used in the following conditions:

Used to treat growth hormone deficiency in children and adults.

What is Humatrope 15IU injection 5mg composed of?

Humatrope 15IU injection 5mg is composed of:

Somatropin 15IU

Do you need a prescription to buy Humatrope 15IU injection 5mg?

To buy Humatrope 15IU injection 5mg you must have a prescription signed by your doctor.