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Calcitonin-salmon Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Calcitonin-salmon (rDNA origin) 200 IU/spray; nasal spray.
Pharmacological Class
Hormone.
How Supplied
Contact supplier.
Manufacturer
Calcitonin-salmon Indications
Indications
Postmenopausal osteoporosis.
Limitations of Use
Not shown to increase BMD in early postmenopausal women.
Calcitonin-salmon Dosage and Administration
Adult
1 spray (200Units) in alternating nostrils daily.
Children
Not applicable.
Calcitonin-salmon Contraindications
Not Applicable
Calcitonin-salmon Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Calcitonin-salmon Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Correct hypocalcemia and other disorders (eg, Vit. D deficiency) prior to initiating; monitor serum calcium during therapy. Supplement diet with calcium (1g/day) and Vit. D (400 IU/day); reevaluate periodically. Seizures. Do periodic nasal exams; discontinue if severe nasal ulceration occurs. Increased risk of malignancies. Pregnancy (Cat.C), nursing mothers: not recommended.
Calcitonin-salmon Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Calcitonin-salmon Interactions
Interactions
May antagonize lithium; adjust dose.
Calcitonin-salmon Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Rhinitis, epistaxis, other nasal symptoms, back pain, arthralgia, headache; hypersensitivity reactions, antibody formation.
Calcitonin-salmon Clinical Trials
See Literature
Calcitonin-salmon Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand name Fortical or Miacalcin.
Calcitonin-salmon Patient Counseling
See Literature
