to combustible Signifor (Extended-Release Injection) Generic Name: Pasireotide Extended-Release Injection (pas i REE oh tide) Brand Name: Signifor Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Interactions More Pregnancy Warnings User Reviews Support Group Q & A Pricing & Coupons Uses of Signifor: It is used to treat acromegaly. What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Signifor? If you have an allergy to pasireotide or any other part of Signifor (pasireotide extended-release injection). If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have any of these health problems: Low potassium or magnesium levels. If you have liver disease. This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this medicine. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Signifor with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. Slideshow Always Hungry? You Just Might Have One Of These Conditions What are some things I need to know or do while I take Signifor? Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor. You will need an ECG before starting Signifor. You may also need to have an ECG while using this medicine. Talk with your doctor. If you have high blood sugar (diabetes), talk with your doctor. This medicine may raise blood sugar. Check your blood sugar as you have been told by your doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using Signifor while you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby. How is this medicine (Signifor) best taken? Use this medicine as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. It is given as a shot into a muscle. What do I do if I miss a dose? Call your doctor to find out what to do. Dosage Information (comprehensive) What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Signs of high blood sugar like confusion, feeling sleepy, more thirst, more hungry, passing urine more often, flushing, fast breathing, or breath that smells like fruit. Signs of liver problems like dark urine, feeling tired, not hungry, upset stomach or stomach pain, light-colored stools, throwing up, or yellow skin or eyes. Signs of gallstones like sudden pain in the upper right belly area, right shoulder area, or between the shoulder blades; yellow skin or eyes; or fever with chills. Signs of low blood sugar like dizziness, headache, feeling sleepy, feeling weak, shaking, a fast heartbeat, confusion, hunger, or sweating. Signs of low sodium levels like headache, trouble focusing, memory problems, feeling confused, weakness, seizures, or change in balance. A heartbeat that does not feel normal. Slow heartbeat. Very bad dizziness or passing out. Very bad headache. This medicine may lower the amount of certain hormones in your body. Call your doctor right away if you have abnormal diarrhea, dizziness, feeling tired or weak, nausea, not hungry, passing out, throwing up, or weight loss. What are some other side effects of Signifor? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away: Belly pain. Headache. Feeling tired or weak. Upset stomach. Loose stools (diarrhea). Hair loss. Nose and throat irritation. Dizziness. Irritation where the shot is given. Joint pain. These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. Side Effects (complete list) If OVERDOSE is suspected: If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. How do I store and/or throw out Signifor? If you need to store Signifor at home, talk with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist about how to store it. Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor. Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins. Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this medicine, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take Signifor or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about this medicine. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to Signifor. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine. Review Date: November 1, 2017 Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about Signifor (pasireotide) Side Effects During Pregnancy Dosage Information Drug Interactions Support Group Pricing & Coupons En Español 0 Reviews Add your own review/rating Drug class: somatostatin and somatostatin analogs Consumer resources Signifor Signifor (Pasireotide Injection) Signifor (Advanced Reading) Other brands: Signifor LAR Professional resources Signifor (AHFS Monograph) Signifor Injection (FDA) Related treatment guides Cushing's Syndrome Drug Status Rx Availability Prescription only C Pregnancy Category Risk cannot be ruled out N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug Signifor Rating No Reviews - Be the first! No Reviews - Be the first! Not Rated - Be the first! 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