Octreotide Flashcards
1
Q
What is octreotide used for?
A
Octreotide is given to prevent gastrointestinal bleeds.
2
Q
What is the usual dosing schedule for octreotide?
A
It is usually given 50 µg three times daily (in vials the patient must administer themselves).
3
Q
What is an alternative for patients in which injecting octreotide three times daily is not feasible?
A
These patients can be given monthly depots
