Corsantrum Technology

Zomacton (Somatropin_recombinant HGh 4mg_12iu) Injection

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Zomacton Injection is a medicine that is identical to the main form of the naturally occurring human growth hormone. It is used to treat children with growth failure due to inadequate secretion of endogenous growth hormone (GH). It is used to treat short stature in adults also.

Zomacton Injection is given as an injection into the skin under the supervision of a doctor.  Your doctor or nurse will help you to learn the exact method of self-administration. You should receive appropriate training and instructions from the physician before using it. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.

The most common side effects of this medicine include injection site reaction, headache, and rash. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had diabetes, or have a thyroid disorder. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.  Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood sugar levels, kidney function and level of growth hormone before and during the treatment.

USES OF ZOMACTON INJECTION

• Growth failure due to growth hormone deficiency

BENEFITS OF ZOMACTON INJECTION

In Growth failure due to growth hormone deficiency

Zomacton Injection acts as a replacement for growth hormone, and helps restore normal growth and development of bones and muscles in individuals suffering from growth hormone deficiency. It helps children grow taller and also enables muscle growth in both children as well as adults. However, it should be used only if prescribed by a doctor and should not be self-administered.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ZOMACTON INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Zomacton

• Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

• Headache

• Rash

HOW TO USE ZOMACTON INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

SAFETY ADVICE

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Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zomacton Injection.

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Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Zomacton Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

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Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zomacton Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

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Driving

SAFE

Zomacton Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.

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Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Zomacton Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Zomacton Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.