Octreotide Side Effects

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Trade Name: Sandostatin
Generic Names: Octreotide
 
Side effects of Octreotide:
Gastrointestinal Nausea, diarrhea abdominal pain, gallstones, biliary sludge, flatulence
Neurological  
Pharmacology of Octreotide:
Question:
How is Octreotide metabolized?
Answer:
Octreotide is an analog of somatostatin, which functions through cyclic-AMP dependent and independent mechanisms to inhibit pancreatic endocrine and exocrine function, decreased gastrointestinal motility, decreased gastrointestinal blood flow, and decreased the release of growth hormone
 
 

These side effects of Octreotide are among the most common side effects , however, this list does not include all the side effects of Octreotide. If there is a question or a concern one should always contact their health-care provider or pharmacist.