From the official label (Jul 2025). Your prescription and pharmacist come first.
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MYCAPSSA is indicated for long-term maintenance treatment in acromegaly patients who have responded to and tolerated treatment with octreotide or lanreotide. MYCAPSSA is a somatostatin analog indicated for long-term maintenance treatment in acromegaly patients who have responded to and tolerated treatment with octreotide or lanreotide ( 1 ).
Delayed-release capsules: 20 mg. White hard gelatin capsules imprinted with "OT" on one half of the capsule and "20" on the other half. Each capsule contains 20 mg octreotide, provided as octreotide acetate. Delayed-release capsules: 20 mg.
Clinical studies of octreotide did not include sufficient numbers of subjects aged 65 and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger subjects. In MYCAPSSA clinical studies, 39 patients (21%) were age 65 years or over and 1 patient was age 75 years or over. …
Proton Pump Inhibitors, H2-receptor Antagonists, or Antacids: may decrease bioavailability of MYCAPSSA and the MYCAPSSA dose may need to be increased ( 7 ). Cyclosporine : may have decreased bioavailability and require dose adjustment ( 7 ). Insulin and Antidiabetic Drugs: patients receiving insulin or antidiabetic drugs agents may require dose adjustment ( 7 ). Digoxin: exposure may be decreased and assessment of clinical response to digoxin should be performed ( 7 ). Lisinopril: bioavailability may be increased, monitor patient's blood pressure and adjust dose of lisinopril if needed ( 7 ). …
Cholelithiasis and Complications of Cholelithiasis: Monitor periodically. Discontinue if complications of cholelithiasis are suspected ( 5.1 ). Hypoglycemia or Hyperglycemia: Monitor glucose and adjust antidiabetic treatment as needed ( 5.2 ). Thyroid Function Abnormalities: Hypothyroidism may occur. Assess thyroid function periodically ( 5.3 ). Cardiac Function: Bradycardia, arrhythmia, or conduction abnormalities may occur. Drugs that have bradycardia effects may need dosage adjustments ( 5.4 , 7.2 ). Steatorrhea and Malabsorption of Dietary Fats: New onset steatorrhea, stool discoloration, loose stools, abdominal bloating, and weight loss may occur. …
The following important adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in the labeling: Cholelithiasis and Complications of Cholelithiasis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Hyperglycemia and Hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Thyroid Function Abnormalities [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Cardiac Function Abnormalities [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Steatorrhea and Malabsorption of Dieatary Fats [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Changes in Vitamin B 12 Levels [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Most common adverse reactions (incidence >10 %) are nausea, diarrhea, headache, arthralgia, asthenia, hyperhidrosis, peripheral swelling, blood glucose …
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data from case reports with octreotide acetate use in pregnant women are insufficient to identify a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with MYCAPSSA. …
A limited number of accidental overdoses of injectable octreotide acetate in adults has been reported. The doses ranged from 2.4 mg/day to 6 mg/day administered by continuous infusion or subcutaneously 1.5 mg three times a day. Adverse reactions in some patients included arrhythmia, hypotension, cardiac arrest, brain hypoxia, pancreatitis, hepatic steatosis, hepatomegaly, lactic acidosis, flushing, diarrhea, lethargy, weakness, and weight loss. If overdose occurs, contact Poison Control (1-800-222-1222) for latest recommendations.
Storage Until first use, store unopened wallets of MYCAPSSA refrigerated at 2° to 8°C (36° to 46°F). Do not freeze. After first use, opened wallets may be stored at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) for up to 1 month.
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MYCAPSSA is indicated for long-term maintenance treatment in acromegaly patients who have responded to and tolerated treatment with octreotide or lanreotide. MYCAPSSA is a somatostatin analog indicated for long-term maintenance treatment in acromegaly patients who have responded to and tolerated treatment with octreotide or lanreotide ( 1 ). (From the official U.S. FDA label.)
Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Take MYCAPSSA orally with a glass of water on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before a meal or at least 2 hours after a meal ( 2.1 ). Initiate MYCAPSSA at a dosage of 40 mg daily, administered as 20 mg orally twice daily ( 2.2 ). Monitor insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) levels and patient's signs and symptoms every two weeks during the dose titration or as indicated ( …
Take MYCAPSSA orally with a glass of water on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before a meal or at least 2 hours after a meal ( 2.1 ).
Usually yes. Octreotide is a prescription medicine in most countries. Rules differ by country.
Octreotide is sold under names such as Sandostatin, Bynfezia, Mycapssa. Brand names differ between countries.
The official label lists: The following important adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in the labeling: Cholelithiasis and Complications of Cholelithiasis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Hyperglycemia and Hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Thyroid Function Abnormalities [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Cardiac Function Abnormalities [see Warnings and Precauti… Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.
Safety and efficacy of MYCAPSSA in pediatric patients have not been established. In post-marketing reports, serious adverse reactions, including hypoxia, necrotizing enterocolitis, and death, have been reported with octreotide injection use in pediatric patients, most notably in children under 2 years of age. Always use the dose for the child's age or weight on the pack or prescription.
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data from case reports with octreotide acetate use in pregnant women are insufficient to identify a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with MYCAPSSA. … Ask your doctor or midwife first.
Proton Pump Inhibitors, H2-receptor Antagonists, or Antacids: may decrease bioavailability of MYCAPSSA and the MYCAPSSA dose may need to be increased ( 7 ). Cyclosporine : may have decreased bioavailability and require dose adjustment ( 7 ). Insulin and Antidiabetic Drugs: patients receiving insulin or antidiabetic drugs agents may require dose adjustment ( 7 ). Digoxin: expo… Use the free interaction checker before combining medicines.
A limited number of accidental overdoses of injectable octreotide acetate in adults has been reported. The doses ranged from 2.4 mg/day to 6 mg/day administered by continuous infusion or subcutaneously 1.5 mg three times a day. Adverse reactions in some patients included arrhythmia, hypotension, car… Get medical help right away.
Storage Until first use, store unopened wallets of MYCAPSSA refrigerated at 2° to 8°C (36° to 46°F). Do not freeze. After first use, opened wallets may be stored at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) for up to 1 month.
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