Reviewed by PeptideGuide Research Team|Last updated February 15, 2026
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Somatostatin vs Lanreotide
Complete side-by-side comparison of Somatostatin and Lanreotide.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Property
Somatostatin
Lanreotide
Name
Somatostatin
Lanreotide
Peptide Class
Neuropeptide
Somatostatin analog
Category
Somatostatin
Somatostatin
Dosage Range
250-500 mcg/day
60-120 mg every 4 weeks
Half-Life
1-3 minutes
23-30 days
FDA Status
Approved
Approved
Safety Rating
Prescription Required
Prescription Required
Cost Estimate
$200-400/month
$500-800 per cycle
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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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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