somatostatin analogs
Somatostatin analogs are synthetic drugs that mimic the action of somatostatin hormone in the body. They are used in medical treatments to regulate hormone production and control various conditions such as acromegaly, carcinoid syndrome, and diarrhea associated with certain tumors.
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