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What is VARIOCT 50MG?
VARIOCT 50MG contains Octreotide which is a synthetic compound derived from somatostatin, a substance normally found in the human body
It inhibits the effects of certain hormones such as growth hormone
CONSUMER MEDICINE INFORMATION
THERAPEUTIC USES
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
INTERACTIONS
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
SIDE EFFECTS
MORE INFORMATION
What VARIOCT 50MG is used for?
VARIOCT 50MG is used,
- in acromegaly, a condition where the body produces too much growth hormone
- to relieve symptoms associated with some tumours of the gastrointestinal tract
- to prevent complications following surgery of the pancreas gland
- to stop bleeding and to protect from re-bleeding from ruptured gastro-oesophageal varices in patients suffering from cirrhosis (chronic liver disease)
- to treat pituitary tumor that produce too much thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
Talk to your doctor before using this medicine, if you:
- are allergic to Octreotide or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine
- have or ever had gallstones
- have problems with your blood sugar levels, either too high (diabetes) or too low (hypoglycaemia)
- have a history of vitamin B12 deprivation
- have liver or kidney problem
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects although not everybody gets them.
SERIOUS
COMMON
UNCOMMON
RARE
VERY RARE
- allergic reactions including skin rash, difficulty in breathing or dizziness
- inflammation of the pancreas gland (pancreatitis) marked by sudden pain in the upper abdomen, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea
- liver inflammation (hepatitis), symptoms may include yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice), nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, generally feeling unwell, itching, light-coloured urine
- irregular heartbeat
- thirst, low urine output, dark urine, dry flushed skin
- underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism) causing change in heart rate, appetite or weight; tiredness, feeling cold, or swelling at the front of the neck
- changes in the level of sugar in the blood
- impaired glucose tolerance
- gallstones, leading to sudden back pain
- diarrhoea
- abdominal pain
- nausea
- constipation
- flatulence (wind)
- headache
- local pain at the injection site
- stomach discomfort after meal (dyspepsia)
- vomiting
- feeling of fullness in the stomach
- fatty stools
- loose stools
- discolouration of faeces
- dizziness
- loss of appetite
- change in liver function tests
- hair loss
- shortness of breath
- weakness
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
STORAGE
- Store in a refrigerator (2-8C). Do not freeze
- This product must be used immediately and any unused drug-product must be discarded
- Keep this medicine out of reach of children
- Do not use this medicine after the expiry date
- VARIOCT 50MG should only be used if it is clear and free of particles
Disclaimer:
The contents of this website are for informational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
