How is Hypertropin taken?
Hypertropin in an injectable medication. Hypertropin is injected into the subcutaneous fat, directly below the skin. Hypertropin cannot be taken orally, as digestion in the stomach would render the hormone inactive and ineffective. Injection is the most effective way to deliver the hormone, as the hormone is passed directly into the bloodstream, mimicking the natural secretion of GH by the pituitary. The injection is not difficult to self administer, and you will receive training on how to do so. Follow your health care teams advice and training exactly when performing any injection, and consult with your health care team if you have any questions about the procedure. Your dose will be determined by your doctor. Pediatric onset GH deficiency patients will need to be reevaluated to see if they require continuing GH treatment as an adult. An adult dosage will be lower that he dosage given to a GH deficient child.
