Generic name: calcitonin nasal [ kal-si-TOE-nin ]
Brand names: Fortical, Miacalcin Nasal
Dosage form: nasal spray (200 intl units/inh)
Drug class:Calcitonin
What is calcitonin nasal?
Calcitonin is a man-made form of a hormone that occurs naturally in the thyroid gland.
Calcitonin nasal is used to treat osteoporosis in women who have been in menopause for at least 5 years.
Calcitonin nasal 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 nasal if you are allergic to salmon calcitonin.
To make sure calcitonin nasal is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
high levels of calcium in your blood (hypercalcemia); or
any nasal or sinus problems such as nasal deformities, a chronic infection, or nasal pain.
Using calcitonin nasal may increase your risk of developing certain types of cancer. Ask your doctor about your specific risk.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether calcitonin nasal will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medicine.
It is not known whether calcitonin nasal passes in...
