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Omnitrope® (somatropin) is a popular brand name for human growth hormone (HGH), which is commonly used to treat growth hormone deficiency (GHD) in children and adults. However, on these pages, we will mainly discuss how Omnitrope is prescribed, purchased, and used by adults.
In addition to promoting growth in children and treating growth hormone deficiency, HGH injections are also indicated for other medical conditions, such as adults who may be suffering from the muscle-wasting effects of AIDS, or to treat short bowel syndrome. The information on these pages mostly relates to its use to treat adults with “age-related” GHD, a medical condition also known as “adult-onset growth hormone deficiency.
Omnitrope is available in injectable pen devices or as standard vials for reconstituting and using traditional syringes.
Omnitrope comes with a 1.14 mL vial of bacteriostatic water preserved with benzyl alcohol to mix in a solution before injecting. When prescribed to stimulate growth in children or to improve strength and energy in adults with GHD, it is administered the same way.
Whether using an Omnitrope Pen or a traditional solution, the drug is given via subcutaneous injection. According to the manufacturer, the recommended adult dosage** for Omnitrope is as follows: Either of the following two dosing regimens may be used:
Your starting dose of this medication will be the lowest effective dose for your particular symptoms. Your starting dose will likely then be increased as your HGH therapy progresses.
You will be shown exactly how to administer your growth hormone injections. Do not self-inject this medicine if you do not fully understand how to give the injection and properly dispose of used needles and syringes.
If using the vial form:
To further assist with the Omnitrope injection process, please feel free to contact us.
For pediatric use, somatropin injection is indicated for the treatment of growth failure in children born small for gestational age (SGA) who fail to manifest catch-up growth by age 2 years. The main benefit of Omnitrope for children is increasing HGH levels so that they achieve normal growth milestones and grow into healthy adults of full stature.
The potential benefits of HGH injections for patients with adult-onset GHD are many, including the following:
Omnitrope is generally regarded as safe. However, like any medication, it does have some adverse effects, potential risks, and contraindications.
Some of the more common side effects of this drug include:
Some of the potentially severe, though far less common, side effects of this drug include:
See your medication’s insert for a complete list of potential side effects.
Your prescription for this medication will be precisely tailored to your particular needs, goals, and lifestyle. You will be carefully monitored over the course of your treatment with this drug, so any chance of side effects should be kept to a minimum. Tell your doctor, pharmacist, or healthcare provider if you are experiencing any of these or other side effects while taking this drug.
Although overdosing on Omintrope is exceptionally rare, taking excess growth hormone can be a problem. You should never take more than your prescribed dosage of HGH. If an overdose of HGH occurs, it is a medical emergency that requires immediate help. Seek immediate medical attention or contact the poison control center. Long-term overdosage could result in signs and symptoms of gigantism and/or acromegaly consistent with the known effects of excess growth hormone.
This medication has other warnings and contraindications; please tell your healthcare provider if you have a family history of diabetes, Turner syndrome, kidney disease, liver disorders, or have had an allergic reaction to somatropin or any of the ingredients in HGH injections. These are not the only medical conditions that may impact the effectiveness of growth hormone treatment or increase the risk of adverse effects. Be sure to tell your health care professional of all of your medical conditions.
Other potential interactions can occur; tell your doctor about any medications you are taking, including over-the-counter medications and herbal supplements, as these, too, could increase the risk of adverse effects or drug interactions.
Do not use this medication if you are breastfeeding. Many drugs can be passed through human milk, and it is not known if Omintrope is excreted in human milk.
To avoid injection site reactions, be sure to rotate the injection sites of your daily injections.
For most adults with growth hormone deficiency, the potential benefits of growth hormone outweigh the potential risks.
In order to buy Omnitrope or any HGH/somatropin product in the US, you must have a legitimate doctor’s prescription. Once you have a prescription, you may be able to purchase growth hormone injections online. If you acquire your prescription for growth hormone replacement therapy from Nexel Medical, you may be able to purchase your prescribed dose through our website or one of our affiliated companies. Contact Us for more information.
The cost for Omnitrope will vary from patient to patient based on your presenting symptoms, prescribed dose and if you do or do not have health insurance. Broadly speaking, the price of Omnitrope ranges from around $5,000 to $6,000 for a full monthly prescription, with individual vials costing anywhere from $400 to $800 a vial without insurance.
Are There Ways to Reduce the Cost of Omnitrope?
There may be ways to reduce the cost of your growth hormone injections. It is always our goal to make your growth hormone replacement therapy as affordable as possible, and we will work with you to find a treatment plan that fits both your budget and your wellness goals. Please contact us today to discuss your treatment options.
All HGH prescribed to treat adults with growth hormone issues, including Omnitrope, are the same medication known as somatropin. Somatropin is a synthetic form of HGH made from human DNA, so it is almost an exact chemical duplicate of the HGH normally made by your pituitary gland. The different brands of HGH injections differ only in the available doses and delivery methods, but they all contain the same active ingredient.
Omnitrope is among the most commonly prescribed name brands of HGH. The others include:
The main differences between each of these formulations are in their available dosages and injection delivery methods with some using cartridge pens and others standard syringes. Your healthcare provider will determine which HGH injection is best for you based on your symptoms and individual needs.
Under US law, you must have a prescription to buy Omnitrope or any HGH injections legally. However, obtaining a prescription for Omnitrope is not that difficult if you qualify. It starts with an initial consultation. This first intake and screening for adult onset or “age-related” growth hormone deficiency (GHD) could be done via an office visit with a licensed healthcare provider, or it could be done with a legitimate telemedicine provider.
After that initial appointment, if the healthcare provider feels you may be suffering from GHD and could benefit from a prescription for Omnitrope, you will be referred to a lab to have your HGH levels tested.
If your test results suggest you have lower than normal HGH levels for your age, gender, and weight, you will be given a prescription and instructed on where and how to buy your Omnitrope HGH injections.
Now that you know everything you need to know about Omnitrope HGH, why not Contact Us and see if growth hormone therapy is right for you?
*Prices provided by drugs.com for comparison only. Your price for Omnitrope will likely vary based on your prescription and place of purchase.
**Dosing information is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as instructions for use. Consult your physician or pharmacist for guidance regarding your particular dose of Omnitrope®.
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