Pegvisomant - - peg VI soe mant is using to treat a condition called acromegaly, which is causing by too much growth hormone in the body. Too much growth hormone produced in adults causes the hands, feet and parts of the face to become large, thick and bulky. Other problems such as arthritis also can develop. Pegvisomant works by binding to the growth hormone receptor and preventing the actions of too much growth hormone.
This drug is available only with your family doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:
Some commonly using brand names are:
In the USA
† Not commercially available in Canada.