Details
Formulation:
SOMATROPIN, injectable solution
Therapeutic action/ Use:
Somatropin is indicated for the treatment of children who suffer from growth disorders due to the following conditions:
• Open epiphysis, in the treatment of short stature caused by somatotropin deficiency.
• Turner’s syndrome.
• Chronic kidney failure.
• For short-stature children, who were born small in regards to their gestational age.
• Prader Willi’s syndrome.
In Adults:
• Somatropin is administered to adults to confirm somatotropin deficit.
• Also used for the treatment of wasting or cachexia associated with AIDS.
• Somatropin is also used for the treatment of short-bowel syndrome; it aids the intestine to better absorb water, electrolytes and nutrients.
Additional Information
International Units | 16 |
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Miligrams | 5.3 |
Country of Origin | Mexico |
Vials Included | 1 |
Manufacturer | Pisa |