Octreotide

FDA-approved
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Key Facts

CAS
83150-76-9
Molecular Weight (MW)
1019.3 g/mol
Half-life
~1.7 hours (sc); depot has prolonged release
Unit
mcg
Administration Route
Subcutaneous / Intramuscular (LAR)
Frequency
Three times daily (immediate-release) or monthly (LAR)
Last updated
12/14/2025

Overview

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Protocol

Dosage Range
50-200 mcg three times daily (immediate-release) or 10-30 mg monthly (LAR depot)
Frequency
Three times daily (immediate-release) or monthly (LAR)
Cycle
Long-term use as prescribed
Administration Route
Subcutaneous / Intramuscular (LAR)
Reconstitution Guide
LAR formulation requires reconstitution per package insert

Science

Mechanism of Action

Mechanism of action not fully established in publicly available sources.

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Benefits

Therapeutic benefits not fully established.

Potential Side Effects

  • Side effects not fully established.

References

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