Sogroya® (somapacitan)
What is Sogroya?
Sogroya is a prescription growth hormone medicine. It is used to help people who do not make enough natural growth hormone.
In children, growth hormone helps:
- Increase height
- Build strong muscles and bones
- Support normal growth and development
Sogroya is a long-acting growth hormone medicine. It is given once a week instead of every day.
What is growth hormone deficiency?
Growth hormone is made by the pituitary gland, a small gland in the brain. Some children do not make enough growth hormone. This is called growth hormone deficiency.
Children with growth hormone deficiency may:
- Grow more slowly than other children
- Be shorter than expected for their age
- Have low energy
- Gain extra body fat
How is Sogroya given?
Sogroya is:
- Given as a shot under the skin
- Usually given once every week
- Given on the same day each week
Common injection areas include:
- Stomach
- Thighs
- Upper arms
- Buttocks
It is important to rotate injection sites to avoid skin irritation.
Your child’s healthcare team will teach you how to safely give the medicine.
How should Sogroya be stored?
- Keep Sogroya in the refrigerator
- Do not freeze it
- Store it away from direct heat and light
- Keep it out of reach of children
Always follow the instructions from your pharmacy and healthcare provider.
What are common side effects?
Many children tolerate Sogroya well. Common side effects may include:
- Redness or pain at the injection site
- Headache
- Muscle or joint pain
- Swelling in the hands or feet
- Tiredness
- Nausea
These side effects are often mild.
When should I call the doctor?
Call your child’s provider if your child has:
- Severe headaches
- Vision changes
- Hip or knee pain
- Limping
- Trouble breathing
- Severe swelling
- Severe stomach pain
- Signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, swelling, or trouble breathing
Get emergency help right away for severe allergic reactions or breathing problems.
Important safety information
Tell your child’s healthcare provider if your child has:
- Diabetes
- Scoliosis
- Sleep apnea
- A history of cancer
- Recent surgery or serious illness
Your child will need regular checkups and lab work while taking Sogroya.
Tips for families
- Give the medicine on the same day each week
- Use a calendar or phone reminder
- Keep follow-up appointments
- Track your child’s growth over time
Growth hormone treatment often takes several years. Your endocrinology team will monitor your child’s progress closely.
Questions?
If you have questions about Sogroya, contact your pediatric endocrinology team at Endo For Kids.
