Saizen Benefits & Uses

Saizen is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Growth Hormone Deficiency

Saizen Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.04 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 0.04 mg/kg weekly divided into 6 or 7 equal daily injections. Increase dose, as needed
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.03 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Saizen Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Saizen is used -

Moderate

Swelling
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Headache
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Common

Soreness or burning inside of mouth
Sneezing
Pain or discomfort
Joint Stiffness

Saizen Related Warnings

Is the use of Saizen safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Saizen during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Saizen safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Saizen in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Saizen on the Kidneys?

Saizen has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Saizen on the Liver?

Side effects of Saizen rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Saizen on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Saizen. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Saizen with Other Drugs

Saizen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Saizen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Saizen unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Angioedema
Kidney Disease
Trauma
Obesity
Diabetes
Pancreatitis

Frequently asked Questions about Saizen

Is this Saizen habit forming or addictive?

Saizen is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Saizen will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Saizen is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Saizen is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Saizen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Saizen

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Saizen with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Saizen

Information about the interaction of Saizen and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Norditropin® (somatropin)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 237

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