Accretropin
• Trade Name
ACCRETROPIN
• Generic Name
Somatropin Injection
• Drug Class
Growth Hormone Medication
• How It Works
Medication stimulates cellular growth and anabolic activities.
· Serious Side Effects
intracranial hypertension
pancreatitis
hypothyroidism
diabetes mellitus
scoliosis progression
slipped capital femoral epiphysis
leukemia
sudden death
allergic reaction
· Common Side Effects
headache
high blood glucose
peripheral edema
joint pain
muscle pain
upper respiratory track infection
paresthesias
fatigue
lipoatrophy at injection site
hematuria
hypothyroidism
hyperglycemia
edema
aggressive behavior
hair loss
Posted on February 9, 2009
