
Zomator 3000mcg Injection
Salt Composition
Somatostatin (3000mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Zomator 3000mcg Injection is a medicine used to treat acromegaly, carcinoid tumors, and bleeding esophageal varices.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Zomator 3000mcg Injection is given by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should use it regularly to get the most benefit from the medicine. Do not stop using the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so. Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, constipation, flatulence, and headache. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away or get worse. Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have problems with your liver. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. Your doctor may monitor your blood glucose regularly while on treatment with this medicine.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Zomator 3000mcg Injection works by blocking the effects of certain natural hormones in the body such as serotonin and growth hormone. It also decreases bleeding from food pipe by constricting (narrowing) the blood vessels.
Quick Tips
Zomator 3000mcg Injection helps treat acromegaly and certain hormone-producing tumors of stomach, liver, and pancreas. It is given as an injection under the skin or into a vein. It may temporarily cause pain at the site of injection. You can relieve this by gently rubbing the site of injection for a few seconds afterwards. When used long term, your doctor may monitor your thyroid function, gallbladder function, liver function, and vitamin B12 levels regularly. Inform your doctor if you are taking medicines to control your blood pressure or if you are diabetic. Women who do not wish to conceive should practice an effective method for contraception while taking this medication.