What are some possible side effects of treatment

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Possible side effects

I appreciate what parenteral nutrition has done for me.

“Any action I can take to possibly improve my activity level needs to be carefully considered.”

Some common side effects of Zorbtive® [somatropin (rDNA origin) for injection] include muscle and joint pain and fluid retention (swelling).

Zorbtive may also cause serious side effects such as:

inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis)
diabetes or other blood sugar problems
pain, numbness or tingling in your wrist and hand
increased blood pressure on your brain

Make sure to tell your doctor about any side effects you may experience.

Call your doctor right away if you experience tingling in your hands or wrists, increased thirst, increased urination, dizziness, swelling of the head, face, hands or feet, unusual headaches, or problems with eyesight, nausea or vomiting.

What to expect before and during treatment
What are some possible side effects of treatment
What kind of special oral diet may be recommended
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When your PN may get reduced
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Zorbtive® [somatropin (rDNA origin) for injection] is indicated for the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome (SBS) in patients receiving specialized nutritional support. Optimal management of SBS may include dietary adjustments, enteral feedings, parenteral nutrition, and fluid and micronutrient supplements, as needed.

Some common side effects of Zorbtive treatment include muscle and joint pain, and fluid retention (swelling).

Zorbtive may also cause serious side effects such as inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis), diabetes or
other blood sugar problems, pain, numbness or tingling in the wrist and hand, or increased blood pressure
in the brain. Make sure and talk with your doctor about these side effects.

Do not take Zorbtive if you have any of the following serious medical conditions: open-heart surgery; stomach-area (abdominal) surgery; an accident; breathing problems (respiratory failure); cancer; or, allergy to Zorbtive or other growth hormone medications.

This information is not intended to replace discussions with your healthcare professional.
For additional information about Zorbtive, please read the Zorbtive Patient Information Leaflet
and Zorbtive Full Prescribing Information and talk to your doctor. You can also call SeroCare^SM
toll free at 800-714-2437. Zorbtive is available by prescription only.

This Web site was developed by EMD Serono, Inc. (emdserono.com), makers of Zorbtive, to educate SBS patients
and interested healthcare professionals about this treatment for Short Bowel Syndrome.

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