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combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide

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combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide is a Somatostatin analogue Small molecule drug developed by Ludwig-Maximilians - University of Munich. It is currently FDA-approved for Neuroendocrine tumors (carcinoid tumors, gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors), Acromegaly, Variceal bleeding in portal hypertension. Also known as: Octreotide: Sandostatin 100µg: MA number 29423.01.00.

Octreotide is a somatostatin analogue that binds to somatostatin receptors to inhibit the secretion of various hormones and growth factors.

Octreotide is a somatostatin analogue that binds to somatostatin receptors to inhibit the secretion of various hormones and growth factors. Used for Neuroendocrine tumors (carcinoid tumors, gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors), Acromegaly, Variceal bleeding in portal hypertension.

At a glance

Generic namecombination with somatostatin analogue octreotide
Also known asOctreotide: Sandostatin 100µg: MA number 29423.01.00
SponsorLudwig-Maximilians - University of Munich
Drug classSomatostatin analogue
TargetSomatostatin receptors (SSTR2, SSTR5)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Octreotide mimics the action of endogenous somatostatin by binding to somatostatin receptors (particularly SSTR2 and SSTR5) on neuroendocrine cells and tumors. This binding suppresses the release of growth hormone, insulin, glucagon, and other hormones, and also has direct antiproliferative effects on neuroendocrine tumor cells. When used in combination therapy, it may enhance therapeutic efficacy by reducing hormone-driven tumor growth and associated symptoms.

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Frequently asked questions about combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide

What is combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide?

combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide is a Somatostatin analogue drug developed by Ludwig-Maximilians - University of Munich, indicated for Neuroendocrine tumors (carcinoid tumors, gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors), Acromegaly, Variceal bleeding in portal hypertension.

How does combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide work?

Octreotide is a somatostatin analogue that binds to somatostatin receptors to inhibit the secretion of various hormones and growth factors.

What is combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide used for?

combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide is indicated for Neuroendocrine tumors (carcinoid tumors, gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors), Acromegaly, Variceal bleeding in portal hypertension.

Who makes combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide?

combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide is developed and marketed by Ludwig-Maximilians - University of Munich (see full Ludwig-Maximilians - University of Munich pipeline at /company/ludwig-maximilians-university-of-munich).

Is combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide also known as anything else?

combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide is also known as Octreotide: Sandostatin 100µg: MA number 29423.01.00.

What drug class is combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide in?

combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide belongs to the Somatostatin analogue class. See all Somatostatin analogue drugs at /class/somatostatin-analogue.

What development phase is combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide in?

combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide is FDA-approved (marketed).

What are the side effects of combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide?

Common side effects of combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide include Hyperglycemia, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Nausea, Gallstone formation (cholelithiasis), Injection site reactions.

What does combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide target?

combination with somatostatin analogue octreotide targets Somatostatin receptors (SSTR2, SSTR5) and is a Somatostatin analogue.

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