You may change the time occasionally, by a few hours earlier or later, but do not give before 5 p. Do not make up missed injections. For best results, try not to miss more than once per month. Injection Sites Use 4 of the 8 possible injection sites, and rotate them each time.
The sites are back of arms, top or outside of thighs, sides of belly, and outer quadrant of buttocks. Document the site used nightly on a calendar. Document when you open a new cartridge to keep track of expiration dates and how many injections have been used out of each cartridge.
Finishing A Cartridge Because GH is very expensive, you should use up all of the medication in every cartridge. Pens will only allow you to dial to what is left of the medication. Use up the last of it, and start a new cartridge by doing a second injection with the amount missing. You may have to use up cartridges about once a week or so.
If there is less than 0. Other Medications Since GH does not interfere with other medications, it can be taken even if your child is mildly ill colds, flu , unless your PCP tells you to stop. If your child becomes seriously ill or is hospitalized, call the Endocrinology Clinic for further instructions.
Possible Side Effects Although infrequent, there are some possible side effects that you should be aware of. They are: Allergic reaction, including swelling at the injection site, rash, or hives Hip, knee, or other joint pain Headache Progression of spine curvature in patients with scoliosis Temporary increase in blood sugar levels, which stops when the GH treatment stops If the headache is persistent or severe, however, call the Endocrinology Fellow on call immediately.
Insurance Coverage GH is sold under a number of different prescription brand names, but all of them contain the same medication. Endocrine Diabetes Clinic and Testing Center. Find a Doctor. Contact Us. Pay My Bill. On this page. How growth hormone works Growth hormone for children Growth hormone for adults with growth hormone deficiency Side effects of growth hormone use Acromegaly and growth hormone Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease CJD and growth hormone Other chemicals used to increase muscle size Treatment for abuse of synthetic growth hormone Where to get help.
How growth hormone works Our bones need enough growth hormone during our childhood and adolescence in order to lengthen to adult proportions. Growth hormone for children Some children lack sufficient natural growth hormone to grow to their full height.
Growth hormone for adults with growth hormone deficiency Adults with growth hormone deficiency which may result from problems with the pituitary gland or hypothalamus may have symptoms including: poor bone density which can lead to osteoporosis if untreated reduced muscle mass fatigue depression poor memory increased body fat around the waist.
They can benefit from treatment with growth hormone injections, which can help: increase bone density, thereby preventing fractures increase muscle mass increase energy levels increase the capacity for exercise decrease body fat reduce the risk of heart disease. Side effects of growth hormone use Approximately one third of people who use synthetic growth hormone will experience side effects. These may include: fluid retention which leads to swelling in the arms and legs joint and muscle pain carpal tunnel syndrome high blood sugar levels high cholesterol levels.
Acromegaly and growth hormone Acromegaly is a disorder caused by excess levels of growth hormone, most commonly as a result of a tumour in that person's pituitary gland. Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease CJD and growth hormone In the past, growth hormone used to treat people was extracted, at autopsy, from the pituitary glands of people who had died.
Other chemicals used to increase muscle size Some athletes or bodybuilders who abuse growth hormone in an attempt to gain muscle size and strength also use other medications or illicit drugs to speed up their physical transformation. Some of the substances people may use include: steroids — synthetic versions of the male sex hormone testosterone.
These build muscle tissue and aid rapid recovery amphetamines — to aid in fat loss beta-blockers — to counteract trembling, a common side effect of steroids diuretics — to counteract fluid retention by making the person urinate. Treatment for abuse of synthetic growth hormone Giving up synthetic growth hormone can be extremely difficult for adults whose positive body image depends on looking large and muscular.
Where to get help Your doctor Endocrinologist Alcohol and other drug service DirectLine Tel — for hour confidential alcohol and other drug counselling, information and referral Australian Pituitary Foundation Tel. Growth hormone deficiency basics , , endocrineweb.
More information here. Give feedback about this page. Was this page helpful? Few men today believe in miraculous waters, but many, it seems, believe in the syringe of youth. Instead of drinking rejuvenating waters, they inject human growth hormone to slow the tick of the clock.
Some are motivated by the claims of the "anti-aging" movement, others by the examples of young athletes seeking a competitive edge. Like Ponce de Len, the athletes still get the benefit of exercise, while older men may use growth hormone shots as a substitute for working out.
But will growth hormone boost performance or slow aging? And is it safe? To continue reading this article, you must log in. Already a member? Login ». As a service to our readers, Harvard Health Publishing provides access to our library of archived content. Please note the date of last review or update on all articles. HGH treatment might cause a number of side effects for healthy adults, including:. Clinical studies of HGH treatment in healthy older adults have been relatively small and short in duration, so there's little to no information about the long-term effects of HGH treatment.
HGH treatment is approved in the United States only for treatment of growth hormone deficiency — and related problems associated with HIV infection. HGH is only effective if administered as an injection. There's no pill form of human growth hormone available. Some dietary supplements that claim to boost levels of HGH come in pill form, but research doesn't show a benefit.
Using HGH for a condition that isn't approved, such as building muscle or as an anti-aging treatment in older adults, is illegal. If you have specific concerns about aging, ask your doctor about proven ways to improve your health. Remember, healthy lifestyle choices — such as eating a healthy diet and including physical activity in your daily routine — can help you feel your best as you get older.
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