Peptides / Somatostatin analogues
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Pegvisomant PEGV
An FDA-approved medication (Somavert) that blocks growth hormone's action, used for the hormone disorder acromegaly when other treatments haven't worked. Human studies confirm it effectively controls the excess-hormone effects, though liver function needs to be monitored during use.
Also known as Somavert
Reported dosing
Approved labelWhat has been reported in the literature and by users. This is a record of what is done, not a recommendation.
Typical dose
10 mg/day (after loading dose), titrated by IGF-1 levels
Reported range
10-30 mg/day
Route
Subcutaneous injection
Frequency
Once daily
Duration
Chronic/ongoing (as prescribed)
FDA-approved growth-hormone receptor antagonist (Somavert) for acromegaly.
Where this comes from
FDA prescribing information
These figures are recorded for reference and are not a recommendation. Dosing is a decision for you and a clinician.
