Description

Omnitrope® 5 mg/1.5 mL is a prescription recombinant human growth hormone (HGH) therapy used to treat growth hormone deficiency (GHD) in children and adults. It contains somatropin, a biosynthetic version of the natural growth hormone produced by the pituitary gland.

Manufactured by Sandoz, Omnitrope is FDA-approved and considered a biosimilar to Genotropin®, offering the same quality, safety, and effectiveness at a more accessible price point.

📦 Product Information

• Brand Name: Omnitrope®

• Generic Name: Somatropin

• Strength: 5 mg/1.5 mL

• Concentration: ~3.33 mg/mL

• Form: Prefilled liquid cartridge

• Route: Subcutaneous injection

• Manufacturer: Sandoz

• Storage: Refrigerated (2–8°C / 36–46°F)

💊 Indications – What is Omnitrope Used For?

Omnitrope 5 mg/1.5 mL is prescribed for:

• Children with growth failure due to:

  • Growth hormone deficiency (GHD)

  • Turner syndrome

  • Small for gestational age (SGA)

  • Idiopathic short stature (ISS)

  • Chronic kidney disease (CKD)

• Adults with:

  • Adult-onset or childhood-onset GHD

  • HIV-associated wasting or cachexia

💉 How to Use Omnitrope 5 mg/1.5 mL

• Supplied in a prefilled cartridge, ready for use with the Omnitrope Pen 5® injection device

• Administered via subcutaneous injection, typically once daily

• Injection sites should be rotated to avoid tissue damage

• Only use under the guidance of a healthcare professional

⚠️ Possible Side Effects

Common side effects may include:

• Injection site pain or swelling

• Joint or muscle aches

• Headaches

• Mild fluid retention (swelling of hands/feet)

Serious but rare risks:

• Increased intracranial pressure

• Worsening of scoliosis in pediatric patients

• Elevated blood sugar

• Allergic reactions

• Potential tumor growth in predisposed patients

Omnitrope should not be used in individuals with active malignancy, severe acute illness, or diabetic retinopathy.

❄️ Storage Instructions

• Store refrigerated: 2–8°C (36–46°F)

• Do not freeze

• Keep the cartridge in its original packaging to protect it from light

• Once opened, use within the recommended period (typically 28 days)