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Medicines octreotide acetateQuestion & answer

octreotide acetate · Medicine question

Can octreotide acetate cause gallstones?

iatroX medicinesMedicine guide reviewed 21 August 2026

The answer

Answer

Yes. Gallstones are a recognised effect, often without symptoms. Upper-right abdominal pain, fever or jaundice needs prompt medical assessment.

Sources for this answer

Octreotide 50 micrograms/1 ml Solution for Injection — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
Olatuton 30 mg Powder and Solvent for Prolonged-release Suspension for Injection — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics

Sandostatin LAR — Current selected SmPC

emc · Summary of Product Characteristics

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