Human Secretin®

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 Human Secretin, ask your health care provider or pharmacist.

Canadian Pharmacy Information
This information is provided for Canadian citizens.  The FDA, due to the current state of their regulations, has taken the position that virtually all shipments of prescription drugs imported from a Canadian pharmacy by a U.S. consumer will violate the law.