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What is Serostim?

Serostim®, a brand name for somatropin, is an injectable preparation of human growth hormone It is indicated for the treatment of HIV wasting in patients receiving antiretroviral therapy to increase weight and lean body mass, and improve physical endurance.

Reported Purpose & Efficacy

Reasons and Efficacy
Purpose	# of patients	# of patients with evaluations Efficacy	Major	Moderate	Slight	None	Can’t tell
Lipodystrophy (lipoatrophy or loss of fatty tissue)	1	0
Weight gain	1	0

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Reported Dosages

	4 mg	10 mg weekly
	1	1

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Report created on February 11, 2012.