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Overview
TERIPARATIDE is a Schedule H drug.Teriparatide is a prescription medication used to treat both men and postmenopausal women with osteoporosis who are at high risk for having broken bones. Teriparatide is a synthetic hormone that is similar to the one the body makes naturally (parathyroid hormone). It works by causing the body to build new bone and increase bone strength by regulating calcium and phosphate. Teriparatide comes in an injectable form that is given once daily. It is injected just under the skin of the stomach area or thigh.
Usage
TERIPARATIDE is generally used to treat: OsteoporosisFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Precautions
- This medication is not recommended for use in children or young adults whose bones are still growing.
- Avoid smoking cigarettes or drinking alcohol. Smoking or heavy drinking can reduce your bone mineral density, making fractures more likely.
- It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
- It is not known whether teriparatide passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
- Teriparatide is injected under the skin. You may be shown how to use injections at home. Do not give yourself this medicine if you do not understand how to use the injection and properly dispose of used needles and syringes.
- Teriparatide should be clear and colorless. Do not use the medicine if it has changed colors, looks cloudy, or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.
- To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
Symptoms of Overdosage
TERIPARATIDE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Head HeadacheCommon Side-Effects
TERIPARATIDE : Abdomen Pain, Confusion, Constipation, Depressed Mood, Dry Mouth, Head Headache, Slurred Speech, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Loss Of Appetite, Bad Taste In Mouth, Weakness (generalized), Nausea, Increased Thirst, Fatigue (tiredness), Vomit, Weight Loss (unintentional), Arms Pain, Jaws Pain, Cough, Fainting, Fever, Chills, Sneezing, Throat Soreness, Body Excessive Sweating, WheezingSerious Side-Effects
TERIPARATIDE : Labored Breathing, Difficulty Breathing, Irregular Heartbeat, Shortness Of Breath, Chest PainDisease Interactions
TERIPARATIDE can interfere with: Paget’s Disease, Bone Neoplasm, Vitamin D Deficiency, Renal Osteodystrophy, Hyperparathyroidism, Hypotension, Acute Renal Failure, Lithiasis, RenalTechnical Classification
TERIPARATIDE is categorized as: PARATHYROID HORMONE AND ANALOGS / HORMONESStorage Conditions
Refrigeration (Between 2 To 8 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with TERIPARATIDE as Ingredient
| BOMASTREN 750MG INJ | TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MG |
| BONISTA 250MG INJ | TERIPARATIDE 250.0 MG |
| BONISTA INJ | TERIPARATIDE 250 MCG/ML |
| BONMAX PTH 750 MCG CARTRIDGE | TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MCG |
| BONMAX PTH 750MG INJ | TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MG |
| BONMAX PTH CUSTOMISED 750 MCG AUTOPEN | TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MCG |
| BONMAX PTH INJ | TERIPARATIDE 750 MG |
| BONOTIODE 250 MCG INJ | TERIPARATIDE 250.0 MCG |
| BONOTIODE PENFILL | TERIPARATIDE |
| ELEVOSTEO INJ | TERIPARATIDE 250 MCG |
| FORTEO 600MCG INJ | TERIPARATIDE 600.0 MCG |
| FORTEO INJ | TERIPARATIDE 250 MCG/ML |
| GEMTIDE 250MCG INJ | TERIPARATIDE 250 MCG |
| GEMTIDE 750MG CARTRIDGE | TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MG |
| OSTEOTIDE 250MCG INJ | TERIPARATIDE 250.0 MCG |
| OSTEOTIDE INJ | TERIPARATIDE 250 MCG |
| TEREOS 750MCG INJ | TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MCG |
| TERIFORT 750MG INJ | TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MG |
| TERIFRAC 250 MCG PEN | TERIPARATIDE 250.0 MCG |
| TERIFRAC 750MCG INJ | TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MCG |
| TERIFRAC 750MCG PENFILL | TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MCG |
| TERIFRAC INJ | TERIPARATIDE 750 MCG |
| TRICIUM PTH 750 MCG INJ | TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MCG |
| TRICIUM PTH PENFILL | TERIPARATIDE |
| TRICIUM PTH | TERIPARATIDE NAN |
| ZOTIDE 750 MCG CARTRIDGE | TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MCG |
| ZOTIDE INJ | TERIPARATIDE 750 MCG |
| ZOTIDE PENFILL 750MCG | TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MCG |