GENRYZON 24MG

Manufacturer
PFIZER LTD
Packaging
Injection
Composition
Somatrogon 24 mg injectiion
Availability
OTC
SKU
PROD-00914

Product Description

🔹 Product Overview
Genryzon 24 mg (72 IU) is a prescription long-acting growth hormone injection.
Contains Somatrogon (somatrogon-ghla), a long-acting recombinant human growth hormone (GH) analogue.
It is primarily used for growth hormone deficiency in children when growth hormone treatment is indicated.
Somatrogon is designed to provide prolonged growth hormone activity, allowing less frequent dosing than daily somatropin.

🔹 Key Uses
Treatment of growth hormone deficiency (GHD) in children.
Supports linear growth and height development in children with inadequate growth hormone production.
Helps replace growth hormone activity when natural production is insufficient.

🔹 Composition
Active ingredient: Somatrogon (somatrogon-ghla)
Strength: 24 mg / 72 IU
Drug class: Long-acting recombinant human growth hormone
Route: Subcutaneous injection

🔹 How It Works
Somatrogon acts on growth hormone receptors in the body.
It promotes production of IGF-1 (insulin-like growth factor-1) and other growth-related processes.
This supports bone and tissue growth and helps promote linear height growth in children with growth hormone deficiency.
Its modified structure provides a longer duration of action compared with conventional short-acting growth hormone.

🔹 Key Benefits
Provides growth hormone replacement for children with diagnosed GHD.
Supports linear growth and height gain.
Long-acting formulation may reduce injection frequency compared with daily growth hormone therapy.
Helps support normal growth-related metabolic and tissue-development processes.

🔹 Dosage And Administration
The dose is determined by the child's body weight, clinical response and doctors treatment plan.
Genryzon is administered subcutaneously.
The dosing schedule for somatrogon is generally once weekly, as prescribed.
Use only with the prescribed injection device and instructions supplied with the product.
Regular monitoring of height, growth velocity, IGF-1 and other relevant parameters may be required.

🔹 Possible Side Effects
Injection-site reactions
Headache
Joint or muscle pain
Swelling or fluid retention
Decreased thyroid function
Increased blood glucose
Antibody formation against the medicine may occur

🔹 Important Precautions
Use only under the supervision of a pediatric endocrinologist or qualified healthcare professional.
Inform the doctor about diabetes, thyroid disorders, or previous growth-hormone treatment.
Growth hormone treatment may require regular monitoring of thyroid function and blood glucose.
Seek medical attention for severe headache, vision changes, nausea/vomiting, or significant swelling.
It should not be used for bodybuilding, athletic performance enhancement, or cosmetic height increase.
Store and handle the product according to the manufacturer's instructions; do not use if the product has been improperly stored.

Additional Information

  • Category: HUMAN GROWTH HORMONES INJECTABLES
  • Manufacturer: PFIZER LTD
  • Packaging: Injection
  • Composition: Somatrogon 24 mg injectiion
  • Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
  • Shelf Life: As per manufacturer's guidelines
  • Prescription Status: Over-the-Counter (OTC)

How to Use

Important: Always follow your healthcare provider's instructions when using this medication.

  • Take this medicine as directed by your physician
  • Do not exceed the recommended dosage
  • Complete the full course of treatment even if symptoms improve
  • Store the medication properly as per storage instructions
  • Keep out of reach of children
  • Check expiry date before use

Note: This is general guidance. For specific instructions, please consult your healthcare provider or refer to the package insert.