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Octreocan 50 Injection & Octreocan 100 Injection Generic Name: Octreotide Dosage Form: Injection Description Octreocan 50 Injection and Octreocan 100 Injection contain Octreotide, a synthetic analogue of the natural hormone somatostatin. Octreotide works by inhibiting the release of several hormones and gastrointestinal peptides, including growth hormone (GH), glucagon, insulin, and certain gastrointestinal hormones. Depending on the approved indication, octreotide injection may be used in the management of acromegaly and symptoms associated with certain functional neuroendocrine tumors, such as carcinoid tumors and vasoactive intestinal peptide-secreting tumors (VIPomas). It also has specialist hospital uses in certain gastrointestinal conditions according to clinical protocols. Available Strengths Product Active Ingredient Strength Octreocan 50 Injection Octreotide 50 mcg/mL* Octreocan 100 Injection Octreotide 100 mcg/mL* *You supplied the concentration as mcg/mL. The exact vial/ampoule volume and total drug content should be confirmed from the individual product pack. Dosage Octreotide dosage varies considerably according to the condition being treated and the patient's response. Treatment may be individualized based on: Clinical indication Severity of symptoms Hormone levels Patient response Blood glucose Liver and gallbladder status Other medicines being used Immediate-release octreotide injection may be administered subcutaneously or intravenously, depending on the indication and product labeling. Precautions Blood glucose should be monitored when clinically appropriate because octreotide can cause hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia. Long-term therapy may increase the risk of gallstones and biliary abnormalities. Thyroid function may require monitoring during prolonged treatment. Heart rate should be considered, particularly in patients with cardiovascular disease. Octreotide may alter the absorption of dietary fats and certain medicines. Vitamin B12 levels may decrease in some patients receiving long-term therapy. Liver function and other relevant laboratory parameters may require monitoring. Pregnancy and breastfeeding require specialist medical assessment. Side Effects Possible side effects include: Nausea Abdominal discomfort Diarrhea Constipation Flatulence Headache Injection-site pain Changes in blood glucose Other clinically important effects may include: Gallstones or biliary sludge Bradycardia Thyroid-function abnormalities Pancreatic or gastrointestinal disturbances Warning Octreocan Injection is a prescription medicine that should be used under appropriate medical supervision. Octreotide can alter glucose regulation, and patients receiving insulin or other glucose-lowering medicines may require appropriate monitoring and treatment adjustment. FAQ 1. What does Octreocan Injection contain? It contains Octreotide, a synthetic somatostatin analogue. 2. What strengths are available? The listed variants are Octreocan 50 and Octreocan 100 Injection, corresponding to the supplied concentrations of 50 mcg/mL and 100 mcg/mL respectively. 3. What is Octreotide used for? Depending on the approved indication, octreotide may be used for acromegaly and symptom control in certain functional neuroendocrine tumors. 4. How does Octreotide work? It mimics somatostatin and suppresses the release of several hormones, including growth hormone and various gastrointestinal hormones. 5. Can Octreotide affect blood sugar? Yes. It can cause either high or low blood glucose, so appropriate monitoring may be required. 6. Can Octreotide cause gallstones? Yes. Long-term treatment can increase the risk of gallstones and other biliary abnormalities. 7. How is Octreocan Injection administered? Immediate-release octreotide may be administered subcutaneously or intravenously, depending on the clinical indication and approved product instructions. 8. Does Octreotide require medical monitoring? Yes. Depending on the indication and treatment duration, monitoring may include blood glucose, thyroid function, gallbladder status, heart rate, and other relevant laboratory parameters.
