Brand name: Genotropin MiniQuick TM
Active ingredients: somatropin
What it is used for
INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on March 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on March 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on March 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on March 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on March 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on March 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on March 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on March 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on March 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
INDICATIONS: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. INDICATIONS AS AT 13 JUNE 2003: Short stature due to decreased or failed secretion of pituitary growth hormone. Treatment of adults with severe growth hormone deficiency as diagnosed in the insulin tolerance test for growth hormone deficiency and defined by peak growth hormone concentrations of less than 2.5 nanogram/mL. Growth disturbances associated with gonadal dysgenesis (Turner's syndrome). Improvement of body composition and treatment of short stature associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in paediatric patients. For treatment of growth disturbance in children with chronic renal insufficiency whose height is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile and whose growth velocity is on or less than twenty-fifth percentile for bone age. Chronic renal insufficiency is defined as glomerular filtration rate of less than 50 mL/min/1.73m2.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
Before reconstitution: sterile, white lyophilised powder in the front compartment. After reconstitution: the reconstituted solution is almost colourless and can be slightly opalescent.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless, sterile liquid in rear compartment.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient somatropin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems