What company makes GENOTROPIN?
GENOTROPIN®(somatropin) | Pfizer Medical Information – US.
What is the cost of GENOTROPIN?
The cost for Genotropin subcutaneous powder for injection 0.2 mg is around $233 for a supply of 7 powder for injection, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans.
How much does GENOTROPIN cost per month?
Table 1Cost Comparison Table for Genotropin for Adult Growth Hormone Deficiency
| Drug/ Comparator | Strength | Price ($) |
|---|---|---|
| Humatrope | 5 mg 24 mg | 233.35 999.99 |
| 6 mg 12 mg | 280.02 560.04 | |
| Nutropin | 10 mg | 389.44 |
| Nutropin AQ | 10 mg | 392.55 |
Where is GENOTROPIN made?
The growth hormone Genotropin in the Strangnas facility is produced using recombinant DNA techniques. The site at Strangnas is one of the major biotechnology employers in the area. Construction of the 6,000m² manufacturing plant was completed in August 2009. Strangnas is in Sweden situated near Stockholm.
Is GENOTROPIN the same as somatropin?
GENOTROPIN lyophilized powder contains somatropin [rDNA origin], which is a polypeptide hormone of recombinant DNA origin. It has 191 amino acid residues and a molecular weight of 22,124 daltons. The amino acid sequence of the product is identical to that of human growth hormone of pituitary origin (somatropin).
How long does Genotropin stay in your system?
The circulating half-life of hGH is relatively short half-life (20-30 minutes), while its biological half-life is much longer (9-17 hours) due to its indirect effects.
How much Genotropin should I take a day?
The recommended dose of Genotropin in adults is 0.15 mg to 0.3 mg per day up to a maximum of 1.33 mg per day.
How much is a growth hormone injection?
You can expect to pay $1000 to $5000 a month for injectable HGH from a legitimate company. This depends on the size and potency of the dose needed. You may pay less with internet or out of country purchases, but should be wary of “deals” too good to be true.
Is HGH the same as GH?
Human growth hormone (HGH) is an important hormone produced by your pituitary gland. Also known as growth hormone (GH), it plays a key role in growth, body composition, cell repair, and metabolism ( 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 ).