Pegvisomant (Systemic)

Brand Names : Somavert

Category

• Growth hormone suppressant, acromegaly

Description

Pegvisomant ((peg VI soe mant)) is used to treat a condition called acromegaly, which is caused by too much growth hormone in the body. Too much growth hormone produced in adults causes the hands, feet, and parts of the face to become large, thick, and bulky. Other problems such as arthritis also can develop. Pegvisomant works by binding to the growth hormone receptor and preventing the actions of too much growth hormone.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:

Parental
• Injection (US)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. -

• Somavert

† Not commercially available in Canada.