Category:
Prophylactic Biological Products
CAS NO:
83150-76-9
Standard:
ChP,EP,
Indications:
Mechanism of Action: Octreotide works by binding to somatostatin receptors, thereby inhibiting the secretion of various hormones, including growth hormone, insulin, glucagon, and gastrin, among others. Its effects are similar to the natural hormone somatostatin, but octreotide is more potent and has a longer duration of action.
Pharmacokinetics:
Form: Octreotide API is typically found as a white to off-white powder.