Octreotide belongs to the group of synthetic cyclic octapeptides, known for its selectivity towards inhibiting the growth hormone. It binds to the somatostatin receptor 2 (SSTR2), and thereby prevents the secretion pathways of growth hormone. Hence it is used in the treatment of diseases caused by overproduction of growth hormone, such as acromegaly.
Octreotide belongs to the group of synthetic cyclic octapeptides, known for its selectivity towards inhibiting the growth hormone. It binds to the somatostatin receptor 2 (SSTR2), and thereby prevents the secretion pathways of growth hormone. Hence it is used in the treatment of diseases caused by overproduction of growth hormone, such as acromegaly.