Somatropin 12 mg 1.5 ml Saizen Merck

What is Somatropin 12 mg 1.5 ml Saizen Merck?

Human Growth Hormone (HGH) is a growth hormone naturally produced by the pituitary gland in human body necessary for growth in children and adolescence. It also helps in bone and muscular growth. There are certain children or adults whose body lack the natural production of HGH to the required level which leads to improper growth in children and lack of bone and muscular development amongst adults. Over the years this had become a serious issue for many and to cope up with this the most effective solution is Somatropin.

Somatropin is synthetic version of natural HGH widely used to treat growth related issues among children and adults.

Use of Somatropin

This medication is used to treat growth hormone deficiency, intestinal disorder, growth failure issues. Along with already mentioned conditions this Growth Hormone (GH) is effective in people suffering from Turner's Syndrome, Noonan Syndrome, Chronic kidney failure and growth related issues. It is also used in preventing weight loss in people with AIDS.

Side-Effects of Somatropin

This medication is not suitable for use in certain medical conditions such as cancer patient, diabetic, severe breathing problems, or person receiving treatment for Prader -Willi Syndrome or have complication from recent surgery, etc. This elevates sugar levels in blood pressure which is fatal in diabetic patients. Largely restricted for an infant during initial months. Other side-effects includes vomiting, nausea, muscular weakness. In case of serious side effects one can develop limp, intolerant cold, hearing problems.

How to take Somatropin?

Somatropin is mostly available in its injectable form and is prescribed with a leaflet to guide in the process. Some brands prefer it to be injected under the skin or some other prefer it to be pushed directly into a muscle. It is mandatory to ensure with the pharmacist proper way of injecting the medicine for avoiding any complication. The dose of medication sheerly depends upon the age, height and medical condition of the user so it's mandatory to consult a doctor. The reaction differs individually depending upon the purpose of its consumption.

Precautions to be taken

Somatropin may contain certain inactive ingredients which causes allergies or other problems. It is advisable to consult a doctor or pharmacist about your allergies. It is highly recommended to consult your doctor before buying Somatropin and to provide information about your medical history specifically if you have any of the above mentioned problems. Overdose of this medicine is lethal to your health so if overdose is suspected, immediately get yourself treated from a medical center or emergency room. Symptoms of overdose include swelling of hands and feet, vomiting, nausea, etc.