Zorbtive SubQ

In Depth

In the US -

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Zorbtive SubQ Precautions

Before taking somatropin, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to benzyl alcohol found in some brands; or if you have any other allergies.

This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have:

eye problems (e.g., diabetic retinopathy)
major surgery or trauma
severe breathing problems (acute respiratory failure)
undergoing therapy for tumors (cancer)
Prader-Willi syndrome (see Side Effects section above)
normal growth has stopped (closed epiphyses)

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:

adrenal gland problems
diabetes or family history of diabetes
obesity
kidney disease
tumors (cancer)
thyroid problems
back problems (scoliosis)
a certain genetic condition (Turner syndrome)

When this medication is given to newborns, mix with sterile water for injection that does not contain a preservative. A preservative (benzyl alcohol) which may be found in the liquid used to mix this product can infrequently cause serious problems (sometimes death), if given by injection to an infant during the first months of life. The risk is greater with lower birth weight infants and is greater with increased amounts of benzyl alcohol. Symptoms include sudden gasping, low blood pressure, or a very slow heartbeat. Report these symptoms to the doctor immediately should they occur.

Caution is advised when using in the elderly because elderly patients may be more sensitive to its effects.

This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

It is not known if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

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