Reviewed by PeptideGuide Research Team|Last updated February 15, 2026
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Somatostatin vs Octreotide
Complete side-by-side comparison of Somatostatin and Octreotide.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Property
Somatostatin
Octreotide
Name
Somatostatin
Octreotide
Peptide Class
Neuropeptide
Somatostatin analog
Category
Somatostatin
Somatostatin
Dosage Range
250-500 mcg/day
50-500 mcg 2-3 times daily
Half-Life
1-3 minutes
1.5-2 hours
FDA Status
Approved
Approved
Safety Rating
Prescription Required
Prescription Required
Cost Estimate
$200-400/month
$200-600 per month
Somatostatin
Somatostatin is a neuropeptide that plays a critical role in hormone regulation by inhibiting the release of several key hormones, including growth ho...
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Octreotide is a synthetic analog of somatostatin, primarily used to manage conditions like acromegaly, neuroendocrine tumors, and carcinoid syndrome. ...
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