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Uniotide 50mcg Injection
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Uniotide 50mcg Injection
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UNITED BIOTECH PVT LTD
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Introduction
Uniotide 50mcg Injection is a prescription medicine that contains octreotide, a man-made version of a natural hormone called somatostatin. It helps control the release of certain hormones in the body and is mainly used to treat conditions such as acromegaly (a disorder in which the body produces too much growth hormone), symptoms caused by rare digestive system tumours (such as carcinoid tumours and VIPomas), and complications after pancreas surgery.
It’s also used to manage bleeding from veins in the food pipe in people with chronic liver disease and to treat pituitary tumours that produce too much thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), especially when other treatments haven’t worked. This injection is usually given under the skin, into a muscle, or into a vein, depending on your condition, and should be used only under a doctor's guidance.
Uses
Treats acromegaly
Controls symptoms from certain digestive tract tumours
Prevents issues after pancreatic surgery
Helps treat pituitary tumours that produce too much TSH
How Uniotide 50mcg Injection works
Uniotide works by mimicking somatostatin, which naturally slows down the release of certain hormones in the body. It lowers the levels of growth hormone and other substances that can cause symptoms in people with hormone-related disorders.
Interaction of Uniotide 50mcg Injection with other drugs
Taking Uniotide 50 mcg Injection (octreotide) with any of the following medicines can change the effects of either medicine and may increase the risk of side effects.
Insulin and other antidiabetic medicines (Injection/Oral Route) Life-threatening
Use only under strict medical supervision.
Octreotide can alter blood sugar levels and may increase the risk of severe hypoglycaemia or hyperglycaemia. Dose adjustment of antidiabetic medicines may be required.Beta blockers such as Atenolol or Metoprolol (Oral Route) Moderate
Use with caution.
Concomitant use may slow the heart rate further and increase the risk of bradycardia.Calcium channel blockers such as Verapamil or Diltiazem (Oral Route) Moderate
Use under medical supervision.
Taking these medicines together may increase the risk of a slow heart rate or low blood pressure.Cyclosporine (Oral Route) Moderate
Avoid or monitor closely.
Octreotide may reduce cyclosporine absorption and decrease its effectiveness.Bromocriptine (Oral Route) Moderate
Use with caution.
Octreotide may increase bromocriptine levels in the blood, enhancing its effects and side effects.Medicines that affect heart rhythm (Oral/Injection Route) Moderate
Use carefully.
Concomitant use may increase the risk of heart rhythm disturbances.
Storage conditions
Keep in the fridge between 2°C and 8°C
Do not freeze
Store away from sunlight and moisture
Keep out of reach of children and pets
How to use Uniotide 50mcg Injection
This injection is usually given by a doctor or nurse. It may be given:
Under the skin (subcutaneous)
Into a muscle (intramuscular)
Into a vein (intravenous)
If you're asked to use it at home, your healthcare provider will guide you on how and where to inject it safely. Always follow their instructions exactly.
Safety Advices
Pregnancy
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a baby. Uniotide 50mcg Injection should only be used during pregnancy if clearly needed.
Breast Feeding
Avoid breastfeeding during treatment as the medicine may pass into breast milk.
Lungs
It is unknown whether Uniotide 50mcg Injection can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Liver
If you have liver problems, your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more closely.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to drink alcohol while you take Uniotide 50mcg Injection because it may cause damage to your liver
Driving
It usually doesn’t affect driving, but if you feel dizzy, avoid operating vehicles or machines.
Side Effects
Not everyone gets side effects, but some people may experience:
Common:
Diarrhoea, gas, or stomach pain
Headache, tiredness
Back pain
Nausea
Serious:
Irregular heartbeat
Blood sugar changes (too high or too low)
Gallstones
Thyroid level changes
Vitamin B12 deficiency
If you notice any unusual symptoms, contact your doctor immediately.
Expert Tips
Check your blood sugar regularly, especially if you have diabetes.
Women should use non-hormonal birth control, like condoms, while on this medicine.
This injection might increase your chances of getting pregnant, even if you had trouble before. Talk to your doctor if you’re planning or avoiding pregnancy.
Rotate the injection site if injecting under the skin to avoid skin irritation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.
What do I have to inform the doctor before using Uniotide 50mcg Injection?
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, gallbladder disease, diabetes, psoriasis, heart or blood vessel problems, vitamin B12 deficiency, thyroid problems, or a history of gallstones before using Uniotide 50mcg Injection.
Q2.
What are the long-term side effects of Uniotide 50mcg Injection?
Uniotide 50mcg Injection, when used in the long term, can cause gallstones, which may lead to swelling of the gallbladder, bile ducts, or pancreas changes in blood sugar levels, heart rhythm problems, and high blood pressure.
Q3.
How to use Uniotide 50mcg Injection subcutaneous injection?
Your physician or nurse will teach you how to use this medicine. Make sure you understand all instructions before giving yourself an injection. You will be shown the body areas where this shot can be given. Use a different body area each time you give yourself a shot. Keep track of where you give each shot to make sure you rotate body areas.
Q4.
Does Uniotide 50mcg Injection result in weight gain and hair loss?
Yes, hair loss is Uniotide 50mcg Injection's most common side effect, and it might also cause weight gain.
Q5.
Can a diabetic patient take Uniotide 50mcg Injection?
Uniotide 50mcg Injection may cause fluctuations in blood sugar. So this medication should be used cautiously in patients with diabetes only when prescribed by a doctor.
Q6.
What happens if I overdose on Uniotide 50mcg Injection?
The common overdose symptoms are irregular heartbeat, weight loss, severe upper stomach pain, nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhoea, weakness, tiredness, lack of energy, abdominal swelling, muscle pain, and slow breathing.
Fact Box
Molecule Name: | Octreotide |
Therapeutic Class: | Endocrine-metabolic Agent |
Pharmacological Class: | Somatostatin analogues |
Indications: | 1. Treat acromegaly 2. Relieve symptoms associated with some tumours of the GI tract 3. To prevent complications following surgery of the pancreas gland 4. To treat pituitary tumours that produce too much TSH |
References
Highlights Of Prescribing Information - Octreotide Injection. Access.fda.gov. [Revised 2019 Apr] [cited 2023 May 30]. Available from: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2019/021008s043lbl.pdf
Octreotide 100 micrograms/1ml Solution for Injection - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). www.medicines.org.uk. [Revised April 2022] [cited 2023 May 30]. Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/373/smpc
Sandostatin LAR 10 mg powder and solvent for suspension for injection - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). www.medicines.org.uk. [Revised May 2022] [cited 2023 May 30]. Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/1038/smpc
Kenneth R. McQuaid, Drugs used in the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Diseases, Lange's Basic and Clinical Pharmacology, 14th Edition, 2018, 1087-1119.
M.W.J. Strachan, J. Newell-Price, Endocrine disease, Davidson's Principles & Practice of Medicine, 22nd Edition, 2014, 733-796.
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Written By
P. Thirumal Reddy
B. Pharm
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Dr. Abhishaanth Prabu
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Last updated : 31 Mar 2026 | 09:29 AM (IST)
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