The length of growth hormone therapy differs in each individual child. Your child's doctor will
determine how long treatment should continue. Growth hormone therapy is generally continued
until a child reaches his or her adult height and has stopped growing. Some patients with growth
hormone deficiency may need to continue therapy as adults to get the best results in physical
development and heart function.
Many adults on growth hormone therapy may be treated long term. The amount of growth
hormone your body needs may change as you get older. Your doctor will monitor your needs and
adjust your dose as needed.