Endocrine Drugs and Medications Q 1

By | May 30, 2022

Humatrope (somatropin) is being given to a female patient with turner syndrome. Which of the following findings is associated with this medication?
  
     A. Decreases ALT and AST level
     B. Mild hyperglycemia
     C. Hypotension
     D. Water intoxication
    
    

Correct Answer: B. Mild hyperglycemia

Humatrope (somatropin) is a growth hormone. Excess growth hormone causes insulin resistance and hyperglycemia.

Option A: Elevated AST and ALT are expected.
Option C: Hypertension, not hypotension is a side effect.
Option D: Water intoxication is not a related symptom to this medication.

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