Octreotide injection and Sulfoam Topical

• Generic Name: octreotide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Sandostatin, Sandostatin LAR Depot

Octreotide is a man-made protein that is similar to a hormone in the body called somatostatin. Octreotide lowers many substances in the body such as insulin and glucagon (involved in regulating blood sugar), growth hormone, and chemicals that affect digestion.

Octreotide is used to treat acromegaly. Octreotide is also used to reduce flushing episodes and watery diarrhea caused by cancerous tumors (carcinoid syndrome) or tumors called vasoactive intestinal peptide tumors (VIP adenomas).

Octreotide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: sulfur topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Liquimat Light, Liquimat Medium, Sulfoam, Sulpho-Lac Soap, Sulpho-Lac, Sulmasque, Fostril, Sulfo-Lo, Rezamid, Sulforcin, Acnotex

Sulfur is used to treat many kinds of skin disorders. Sulfur cream, lotion, ointment, and bar soap are used to treat acne. Sulfur ointment is used to treat seborrheic dermatitis and scabies. Sulfur may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Some of these preparations are available only with your doctor's prescription.