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This includes people with short stature due to Turner syndrome, Prader-Willi syndrome, short stature at birth with no catch-up growth, and other causes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenotropin\u003c\/strong\u003e is also used in adults to treat short bowel syndrome, or to prevent severe weight loss related to AIDS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenotropin\u003c\/strong\u003e may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHow should I use this medication?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour dose and brand of somatropin, and how often you use it will depend on the condition you are treating. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenotropin\u003c\/strong\u003e is injected into a muscle or under the skin. A healthcare provider can teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not inject the subcutaneous injection (under the skin) into the same place two times in a row.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Do not use \u003cstrong\u003eGenotropin\u003c\/strong\u003e if you don't understand all instructions for proper use. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare your injection only when you are ready to give it. Do not shake the medicine. Do not use if the medicine looks cloudy, has changed colors, or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your medicine comes with a syringe, cartridge, or injection pen, use only that device to give your medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may need frequent medical tests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow any diet plan created for you by your doctor or nutrition counselor to help control your condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat if I miss a dose?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCall your doctor if you miss more than 3 doses in a row.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHow should I store this medication?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow you store this medicine will depend on the \u003cstrong\u003eGenotropin\u003c\/strong\u003e brand and the diluent you are using. 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