MECASERMIN

Overview

MECASERMIN is a Schedule H drug.
Mecasermin is a man-made form of insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1), a substance that is normally produced in the body. IGF-1 is important for the growth of bones and muscles.
Mecasermin is used to treat growth failure in children whose bodies do not make enough IGF-1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration:

Precautions

It should not be administered intravenously. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of high blood pressure, decreased blood sugar, stroke, femoral epiphysis, over growth of tissues, liver or kidney impairment, preexisting scoliosis, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Symptoms of Overdosage

MECASERMIN over-dosage can result in: Weakness (generalized), Eyes Blurred Vision, Body Excessive Sweating, Slurred Speech, Abdomen Pain, Confusion, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

MECASERMIN : Anxiety, Eyes Blurred Vision, Difficulty Breathing, Chest Pain, Confusion, Pale Skin, Dizziness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Head Headache, Nausea, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Slurred Speech, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized)

Disease Interactions

MECASERMIN can interfere with: Diabetes Mellitus, Sleep Apnea, Scoliosis

Technical Classification

MECASERMIN is categorized as: INSULIN-LIKE GROWTH FACTOR / HORMONES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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