Lanreotide (Subcutaneous Route)

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Lanreotide (Subcutaneous Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Somatuline Depot

Description

Lanreotide is used for the long-term treatment of acromegaly (a growth hormone disorder) in patients who cannot be treated with surgery or radiation. This medicine works by reducing the amount of growth hormone that the body produces .

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription .

Before Using
DR602537 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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