What does octreotide treat? A Comprehensive Guide to Its Uses
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Acromegaly, a primary condition octreotide is used for, has a prevalence of 50–70 cases per million people [1.9.1]. So, **what does octreotide treat?** This synthetic hormone manages this and other conditions by mimicking the body's natural hormone somatostatin to inhibit the release of specific hormones [1.2.2].
