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HumatroPen and Alcohol/Food Interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with HumatroPen (somatropin).

Major

Somatropin Obesity

Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility

human growth hormone - Prader-Willi Syndrome

Somatropin and somatrogon is contraindicated in patients with Prader-Willi Syndrome who are severely obese, have a history of upper airway obstruction or sleep apnea, or have severe respiratory impairment. There have been reports of sudden death when somatropin was used in such patients.

References (4)
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  2. (2004) "Product Information. Zorbtive (somatropin)." Serono Laboratories Inc
  3. (2021) "Product Information. Skytrofa (lonapegsomatropin)." Ascendis Pharma, Inc.
  4. (2023) "Product Information. Ngenla (somatrogon)." Pfizer U.S. Pharmaceuticals Group

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HumatroPen drug interactions

There are 438 drug interactions with HumatroPen (somatropin).

HumatroPen disease interactions

There are 9 disease interactions with HumatroPen (somatropin) which include:

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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