Reviewed by PeptideGuide Research Team|Last updated February 15, 2026
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Octreotide vs Lanreotide
Complete side-by-side comparison of Octreotide and Lanreotide.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Property
Octreotide
Lanreotide
Name
Octreotide
Lanreotide
Peptide Class
Somatostatin analog
Somatostatin analog
Category
Somatostatin
Somatostatin
Dosage Range
50-500 mcg 2-3 times daily
60-120 mg every 4 weeks
Half-Life
1.5-2 hours
23-30 days
FDA Status
Approved
Approved
Safety Rating
Prescription Required
Prescription Required
Cost Estimate
$200-600 per month
$500-800 per cycle
Octreotide
Octreotide is a synthetic analog of somatostatin, primarily used to manage conditions like acromegaly, neuroendocrine tumors, and carcinoid syndrome. ...
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Lanreotide Acetate is a synthetic analog of somatostatin, primarily used in the management of acromegaly and neuroendocrine tumors. By mimicking the n...
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