Calcitonin Injection

Description

Calcitonin Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis. It makes the bones stronger and lowers the risk of fractures. It may also be used to treat Paget’s disease of bone and to quickly reduce calcium levels in the blood. Calcitonin Injection is given by a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. You should use it regularly and at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit from it. Continue using it as recommended by your doctor and complete the dose even if you feel better. If you stop, your symptoms may get worse.

Some common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions, flushing, skin rash, fatigue, edema,  musculoskeletal pain, joints pain, high blood pressure, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, and visual disturbance. Talk to your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away with time or get worse. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.

To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before taking the medicine.