LANREOTIDE treats high levels of growth hormone (
acromegaly). It is used when other therapies have not worked well enough or cannot be tolerated. It works by reducing the amount of growth hormone your body makes. This reduces symptoms and the risk of health problems caused by too much growth hormone, such as
diabetes and
heart disease. It may also be used to treat
neuroendocrine tumors, a cancer of the cells that release hormones and other substances in your body. It works by slowing down the release of these substances from the cells. This slows tumor growth. It also decreases the symptoms of
carcinoid syndrome, such as flushing or
diarrhea. With the Patient Assistance Program from PAN Foundation, contact the program to see how they can financially help you out.
