Omnitrope SubQ

In Depth

Generic Name: SOMATROPIN - INJECTION
Pronounced: (so-mah-TROW-pin)

Omnitrope SubQ Side Effects

Headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, muscle pain, or weakness may occur. If these symptoms continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

development of a limp
persistent fatigue
unusual/unexplained weight gain
persistent cold intolerance
persistent slow heartbeat
fast heartbeat
ear pain/itching
hearing problems
joint/hip/knee pain
numbness/tingling
unusual increase in thirst or urination
swelling hands/ankles/feet

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur:

change in the appearance or size of any mole
severe headache
persistent nausea/vomiting
severe stomach pain
vision problems or changes
seizure

Rare (possibly fatal) lung/breathing problems may be caused by this medication in children with Prader-Willi syndrome. Those at higher risk include males, severely overweight children, or those with serious lung/breathing problems ( e.g., sleep apnea, lung infections, lung disease). Children should be checked for certain breathing problems (upper airway obstruction) before and during treatment. Heavy snoring or irregular breathing during sleep (sleep apnea) are signs of airway obstruction. Tell the doctor immediately if these signs occur. Also report any signs of lung infection, such as fever, persistent cough, or trouble breathing.

A serious allergic reaction to this drug in unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: