Generic name: calcitonin injection [ KAL-si-TOE-nin ]
Brand name: Miacalcin
Dosage form: injectable solution (200 intl units/mL)
Drug class:Calcitonin
What is calcitonin injection?
Calcitonin is a man-made form of a hormone that occurs naturally in the thyroid gland.
Calcitonin injection is used to treat Paget's disease of bone, or high levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcemia). Calcitonin injection is also used to treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.
Calcitonin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use calcitonin injection if you are allergic to salmon calcitonin.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
low levels of calcium in your blood (hypocalcemia).
Using calcitonin may increase your risk of developing certain types of cancer. Ask your doctor about your specific risk.
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