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 Humatrope (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: Humatrope (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 Humatrope (Somatropin).
If you have diabetes or are at risk for developing diabetes, discuss with your doctor how Humatrope (Somatropin) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Humatrope (Somatropin), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Hypothyroidism (low level of Thyroid hormone): If you have uncontrolled hypothyroidism, treatment with Humatrope (Somatropin) may not work as well as it could. Discuss with your doctor how Humatrope (Somatropin) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Humatrope (Somatropin), and whether any special monitoring is needed. Treatment with Humatrope (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.
Scoliosis: People with scoliosis are at risk of a worsening of their condition while taking Humatrope (Somatropin). If you have scoliosis, discuss with your doctor how Humatrope (Somatropin) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Humatrope (Somatropin), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Pregnancy: Humatrope (Somatropin) should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Humatrope (Somatropin), contact your doctor immediately.
Breast-feeding: It is not known if Humatrope (Somatropin) passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Humatrope (Somatropin), it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.
Seniors: The safety and effectiveness of using Humatrope (Somatropin) have not been established for adults over 65 years of age.