Lanreotide (Subcutaneous Route)

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Precautions

It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits to make sure this medicine is working properly and to check for unwanted effects .

This medicine may cause your blood sugar levels to rise or fall. Also, this medicine may cover up signs of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), such as a change in your pulse rate. If you notice a change in the results of your blood sugar test or urine sugar test, check with your doctor .

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to rubber or latex. The needle cover of the prefilled syringe contains natural dry rubber, which may cause an allergic reaction if you have a latex allergy .

Side Effects Proper Use
DR602537 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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