Genotropin Miniquick

The recommended dose depends on the circumstances and body weight of the person being treated. Your doctor will determine the appropriate dose of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) to be injected.

Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) is administered by injection only. It is usually injected subcutaneously (under the skin) in the thigh, buttocks, or abdomen. It is important to rotate the site of injection in order to minimize the risk of fat wasting at the site of injection.

If you are using Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) at home, your doctor will ensure that you understand exactly how to use it. Make sure you ask any and all questions necessary to ensure that you use it exactly as prescribed. Please refer to the appropriate package insert for details on how to mix the medicine and for proper injection procedures. It is important to visit your doctor regularly during therapy to ensure that the medication is working safely and effectively.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important that Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Before reconstituting, store Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) in the refrigerator. Do not allow it to freeze. To protect the medication from light, keep it in its original carton until you are ready to use it. Keep Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) out of the reach of children.

Once it has been reconstituted, this mediation should be clear and contain no particles. The GoQuick pen may be kept in the refrigerator for up to 28 days. After 28 days, discard any remaining solution safely. The MiniQuick syringe must be used within 24 hours of being reconstituted.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

In addition to its desired action, this medication may cause some adverse effects, notably: it may cause joint pain; it may cause pain at the injection site; it may cause muscle pain; it may cause nausea or, rarely, vomiting; it may cause leg swelling or water retention; it may cause numbness and a decreased sensitivity to touch. Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing adverse effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your health care professional. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.

Genotropin

GoQuick pre-filled injection pen

Each two-chamber glass cartridge contains sterile white lyophyilized powder containing Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) in one chamber and 1.14 mL of liquid in the second chamber, separated by a rubber plunger (bromobutyl).

5 mg
When reconstituted, each 1 mL of solution for injection contains 5.3 mg of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin). Nonmedicinal ingredients: glycine, mannitol, sodium dihydrogen phosphate anhydrous, disodium phosphate anhydrous, metacresol, and water for injection.

5.3 mg
When reconstituted, each 1 mL of solution for injection contains 5.3 mg of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin). Nonmedicinal ingredients: glycine, mannitol, sodium dihydrogen phosphate anhydrous, disodium phosphate anhydrous, metacresol, and water for injection.

12 mg
When reconstituted, each 1 mL of solution for injection contains 12 mg of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin). Nonmedicinal ingredients: glycine, mannitol, sodium dihydrogen phosphate anhydrous, disodium phosphate anhydrous, metacresol, and water for injection.

MiniQuick pre-filled syringe

Each two-chamber glass cartridge contains sterile white lyophilized powder containing Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) in one chamber and 0.275 mL of liquid in the second chamber, separated by a rubber plunger (bromobutyl), as a single dose syringe.

0.2 mg
When reconstituted, each syringe contains 0.4 mg of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) in 0.25 mL of solution. Nonmedicinal ingredients: glycine, mannitol, sodium dihydrogen phosphate anhydrous, disodium anhydrous, and water for injection.

0.4 mg
When reconstituted, each syringe contains 0.2 mg of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) in 0.25 mL of solution. Nonmedicinal ingredients: glycine, mannitol, sodium dihydrogen phosphate anhydrous, disodium anhydrous, and water for injection.

0.6 mg
When reconstituted, each syringe contains 0.6 mg of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) in 0.25 mL of solution. Nonmedicinal ingredients: glycine, mannitol, sodium dihydrogen phosphate anhydrous, disodium anhydrous, and water for injection.

0.8 mg
When reconstituted, each syringe contains 0.8 mg of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) in 0.25 mL of solution. Nonmedicinal ingredients: glycine, mannitol, sodium dihydrogen phosphate anhydrous, disodium anhydrous, and water for injection.

1 mg
When reconstituted, each syringe contains 1 mg of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) in 0.25 mL of solution. Nonmedicinal ingredients: glycine, mannitol, sodium dihydrogen phosphate anhydrous, disodium anhydrous, and water for injection.

1.2 mg
When reconstituted, each syringe contains 1.2 mg of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) in 0.25 mL of solution. Nonmedicinal ingredients: glycine, mannitol, sodium dihydrogen phosphate anhydrous, disodium anhydrous, and water for injection.

1.4 mg
When reconstituted, each syringe contains 1.4 mg of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) in 0.25 mL of solution. Nonmedicinal ingredients: glycine, mannitol, sodium dihydrogen phosphate anhydrous, disodium anhydrous, and water for injection.

1.6 mg
When reconstituted, each syringe contains 1.6 mg of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) in 0.25 mL of solution. Nonmedicinal ingredients: glycine, mannitol, sodium dihydrogen phosphate anhydrous, disodium anhydrous, and water for injection.

1.8 mg
When reconstituted, each syringe contains 1.8 mg of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) in 0.25 mL of solution. Nonmedicinal ingredients: glycine, mannitol, sodium dihydrogen phosphate anhydrous, disodium anhydrous, and water for injection.

2 mg
When reconstituted, each syringe contains 2 mg of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) in 0.25 mL of solution. Nonmedicinal ingredients: glycine, mannitol, sodium dihydrogen phosphate anhydrous, disodium anhydrous, and water for injection.

Do not use Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) if you:

• are allergic to Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) or any ingredients of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin)
• have active cancer
• have an active brain tumour
• have an acute illness due to complications of surgery, have respiratory (breathing) failure, or have just had a serious accident
• have Prader-Willi syndrome and are severely obese, have severe breathing problems, have uncontrolled Diabetes, active psychosis, or active cancer
• have vision problems due to long-term effects of diabetes (diabetic retinopathy)

Do not give Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) to children with closed epiphyses (growth plates).

There may be an interaction between Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) and any of the following:

• corticosteroids (e.g., cortisone, Prednisone)
• diabetes medications (e.g., Canagliflozin, Glimepiride, Glyburide, insulin, Linagliptin, Liraglutide, Metformin, Rosiglitazone)
• estrogen
• thyroid medications (e.g., desiccated thyroid, Levothyroxine, levothyroxine)

If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:

• stop taking one of the medications,
• change one of the medications to another,
• change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
• leave everything as is.

An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.

Medications other than those listed above may interact with Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin). Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.

Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin).

Cancer: There may be an increased risk of tumour growth, both cancerous and non-cancerous when growth hormone is used by survivors of childhood cancer. Discuss any concerns you may have with your doctor.

Diabetes: Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) may cause an increase in blood sugar levels and glucose tolerance may change. People with diabetes may find it necessary to monitor their blood sugar more frequently while using Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin).

If you have diabetes or are at risk for developing diabetes, discuss with your doctor how Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin), and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Hypothyroidism (low level of Thyroid hormone): If you have uncontrolled hypothyroidism, treatment with Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) may not work as well as it could. Discuss with your doctor how Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin), and whether any special monitoring is needed. Treatment with Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) may trigger hypothyroidism. If you experience unexplained weight gain, muscle aches or stiffness, Constipation, dry skin, or fatigue, this may be a result of too little thyroid hormone and you should contact your doctor as soon as possible.

Prader-Willi syndrome: Children who have been diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome may experience breathing difficulties while using Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin). Rarely, these breathing difficulties may be life-threatening. This is more likely if the child is obese, already has breathing problems, or has an infection. If your child develops Sleep Apnea (not breathing while sleeping) or new or increased snoring, contact your doctor as soon as possible.

Scoliosis: People with scoliosis are at risk of a worsening of their condition while taking Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin). If you have scoliosis, discuss with your doctor how Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin), and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Pregnancy: Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin), contact your doctor immediately.

Breast-feeding: It is not known if Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin), it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.

Seniors: The safety and effectiveness of using Genotropin Miniquick (Somatropin) have not been established for adults over 65 years of age.

This product must be injected under the skin (subcutaneously), according to the technique you were shown. Be sure to choose a different injection site each time. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed. Dispose of used syringes and needles safely. Your pharmacist can tell you the best way to do this.