What is Human secretin used for?
Human secretin is a man-made hormone that is like the natural secretin made in your small intestine. Human secretin is used to:
- help your pancreas release secretions, including bicarbonate, to aid in the diagnosis of a pancreases problem called pancreatic exocrine dysfunction
- help your stomach release a hormone called gastrin to aid in the diagnosis of a tumor in your (gastrinoma) in your pancreas or small intestine
- help your pancreas release secretions to help show certain areas of your intestine during a special x-ray test called an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).
Warnings with Human Secretin:
Human secretin may cause an allergic reaction. You should get a test dose of Human secretin to check for an allergic reaction before the full dose is given. A test dose is especially important if you have allergies or asthma.
General Precautions with Human secretin:
Human secretin may not work as well if you:
- have had a an operation called a vagotomy to lower the amount of acid in your stomach
- are taking certain medicines called anticholinergics
- have inflammatory bowel disease
People who have alcoholic or other liver disease may have a stronger reaction than others may to Human secretin.
Who should not use Human secretin?
Do not use Human secretin if you have acute pancreatitis.
What should I tell my health care provider?
Tell your health care provider if you:
- are trying to become pregnant, are already pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- have any allergies or have asthma
Tell your health care provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Some medicines may affect how Human secretin works.
What are some possible side effects of Human secretin?
(This list is NOT a complete list of side effects reported with Human secretin. Your health care provider can discuss with you a more complete list of side effects.)
Some common side effects with Human secretin include:
- nausea
- flushing (skin turns red and warm)
- stomach area (abdominal) pain
- vomiting
For more detailed information about Hepsera, ask your health care
provider and pharmacist.
Link to Human Secretin's Labeling 
Posted: 7/13/04 |
