Warnings


What may interact with Sandostatin LAR?

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:

-cisapride
-dronedarone
-flibanserin
-lutetium Lu 177 dotatate
-pimozide
-saquinavir
-thioridazine
This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

-bromocriptine
-certain medicines for blood pressure, heart disease, irregular heartbeat
-cyclosporine
-diuretics
-medicines for diabetes, including insulin
-quinidine

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Sandostatin LAR?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

-diabetes
-gallbladder disease
-kidney disease
-liver disease
-thyroid disease
-an unusual or allergic reaction to octreotide, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Sandostatin LAR?

Visit your health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Tell your health care professional if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
This medicine may cause decreases in blood sugar. Signs of low blood sugar include chills, cool, pale skin or cold sweats, drowsiness, extreme hunger, fast heartbeat, headache, nausea, nervousness or anxiety, shakiness, trembling, unsteadiness, tiredness, or weakness. Contact your doctor or health care professional right away if you experience any of these symptoms.
This medicine may increase blood sugar. Ask your healthcare provider if changes in diet or medicines are needed if you have diabetes.
This medicine may cause a decrease in vitamin B12. You should make sure that you get enough vitamin B12 while you are taking this medicine. Discuss the foods you eat and the vitamins you take with your health care professional.

Where should I keep my medicine?

This medicine is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.