Medications for acromegaly are used to treat this condition. These medications also have other uses, such as treating Cushing's syndrome and hyperprolactinemia. They work by either blocking the effects of growth hormone or reducing the release of other hormones. Common classes include dopamine agonists and somatostatin analogs. Dopamine agonists like bromocriptine (Parlodel) are usually taken as oral pills. Somatostatin analogs, such as octreotide (Sandostatin) and Somatuline Depot (lanreotide), are available in injectable forms. Somavert (pegvisomant) is another option that blocks growth hormone effects and is also given as an injection. These treatments offer various ways to help manage your condition effectively.
