What are the side effects of norditropin?

What side effects do patients report most often?

Patients report fluid retention as a common complaint, causing swelling in the hands and feet. Tingling in the fingers is also frequent, sometimes linked to carpal tunnel symptoms. Muscle aches and joint pain occur regularly, especially in the beginning of treatment.

How do serious side effects differ from common ones?

Serious reactions remain rare but require immediate medical attention. These include persistent headaches with vision changes, indicating raised intracranial pressure. Hip pain and limping in children may signal slipped capital femoral epiphysis. Pancreatitis produces strong abdominal pain.

What happens if you inject too high a dose?

Too high a dose produces symptoms of excess growth hormone. Glucose intolerance develops, raising blood sugar levels. Fluid overload causes edema. Insulin resistance develops, especially bei people with diabetes or risk factors.

When does the manufacturer list these effects?

The prescribing information lists adverse reactions by frequency. Common reactions occur in 5% or more of patients. Less frequent ones include hypothyroidism and gynecomastia. Less common reactions include allergic reactions and injection-site reactions.