Lanreotide

Lanreotide is a medication used to manage certain hormone-secreting tumors, such as neuroendocrine tumors, by effectively reducing hormone production. It mimics a natural hormone called somatostatin, which helps regulate and inhibit the release of other hormones and chemicals in the body. By doing so, Lanreotide can help control symptoms like flushing, diarrhea, or other effects caused by excess hormones. It’s often administered via injection every four weeks and is used under medical supervision to improve quality of life and manage the progression of specific tumors.