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Written by Private: Dr. M. Adams on 28.08.2024
Medically reviewed by M.-Adams-2-320×393
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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 only discuss how Omnitrope is prescribed, purchased, and used by adults.
It is also indicated for 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.
Omnitrope is available in injectable pen devices or as standard vials to be reconstituted and used with traditional syringes.
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:
Omnitrope is injected into a muscle or under the skin. You will be shown exactly how to administer your Omnitrope 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, you may download this convenient Omnitrope® Administration Guide provided by the manufacturer. Sandoz, the maker of Omnitrope, also provides instructional videos on how to inject Omnitrope.
The benefits of Omnitrope HGH injections for adults with GHD are many, including the following:
Omnitrope is FDA-approved and generally regarded as safe. However, like any medication, it does have some potential adverse effects, warnings, 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.
In order to buy Omnitrope or any HGH product in the US, you must have a legitimate doctor’s prescription. Once you have a prescription, you may be able to purchase Omnitrope injections online. If you acquire your prescription for Omnitrope 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 subcutaneous powder for injection 5.8 mg is around $2,5000 for a supply of 8 powder for injection, depending on the pharmacy you visit.
For the Omnitrope 5 mg/1.5 mL subcutaneous solution, the cost is approximately $660 per unit.
For the 10mg/1.5 mL subcutaneous solution, the cost is approximately $1300 per unit.
These stated prices are for self-pay-paying patients who do not have prescription drug coverage or whose prescriptions for Omnitrope are not covered by their health insurance plans.
Are There Ways to Reduce the Cost of Omnitrope?
At the website of Drugs.com, you can obtain a Discount Card, which works like a coupon and can save you up to 80% or more off the cost of most prescription medicines, including Omnitrope.
In addition, the makers of Omnitrope offer various ways to possibly reduce the cost of the medication, such as discounts in the form of printable coupons, rebates, savings cards, trial offers, or free samples. Some offers may be printed right from a website, while others require registration, completing a questionnaire, or obtaining a sample from the doctor’s office.
Other ways to save on the cost of a prescription for Omnitrope include:
Omnitrope Copay Savings Program – Eligible commercially insured patients may save up to $5000 annually off copays; for additional information, click here or contact the program at 877-456-6794.
All prescription HGH injections, 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:
Because the main differences between each of these formulations are in the dosages, and since the price you pay for HGH is based on “per dose,” one cannot really make a fair price comparison of one brand vs the other. In other words, for example, Genotropin, with a cost of about 400.00 per a 7 powder injection, may seem to cost a lot less than the price of Omnitrope, which is over $2000 for 8, but that is because it is only a 0.4mg dose, as opposed to Omnitrope, which is nearly a 6mg dose.
Dose for dose and dollar-for-dollar, the cost of the name brands of HGH injections are pretty much the same. Your doctor will determine which HGH injection is best for you not based on cost but on your symptoms and individual needs.
Under US law, you must have a prescription to legally buy Omnitrope or any HGH injections. However, if you qualify, obtaining a prescription for Omnitrope is not that difficult. 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 possibly 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 you can 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 any kind of instructions for use. Consult your physician or pharmacist for guidance regarding your particular dose of Omnitrope®.
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