Somatostatin
- Generic Name
- Somatostatin
- Brand Names
- -
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C76H104N18O19S2
- CAS Number
- 38916-34-6
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 6E20216Q0L
- Background
Somatostatin, also known as growth hormone-inhibiting hormone, is a naturally-occurring peptide hormone of 14 or 28 amino acid residues that regulates the endocrine system. It is secreted by the D cells of the islets to inhibit the release of insulin and glucagon, and is also generated in the hypothalamus, where it inhibits the release of growth hormone and...
- Indication
For the symptomatic treatment of acute bleeding from esophageal varices. Other treatment options for long-term management of the condition may be considered if necessary, once initial control has been established.
- Associated Conditions
- Acromegaly, Bleeding caused by Gastritis erosive, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Duodenal ulcer haemorrhage, Fistula of small intestine, Fistula, Biliary, Gastric ulcer haemorrhage, Gastritis haemorrhagic, Oesophageal varices haemorrhage, Pancreatic Fistula, Postoperative Complications caused by Pancreatic Surgery
- Associated Therapies
- Restriction of Secretions
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