Dosage form: nasal spray
Drug class:Calcitonin
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 1, 2021.
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Indications and Usage for Calcitonin-Salmon Nasal Spray
Treatment of Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
Calcitonin Salmon (synthetic origin) Nasal Spray is indicated for the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis in women greater than 5 years postmenopause. Fracture reduction efficacy has not been demonstrated. Calcitonin Salmon (synthetic origin) Nasal Spray should be reserved for patients for whom alternative treatments are not suitable (e.g., patients for whom other therapies are contraindicated or for patients who are intolerant or unwilling to use other therapies).
Important Limitations of Use
- Due to the possible association between malignancy and calcitonin salmon use, the need for continued therapy should be re-evaluated on a periodic basis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)].
- Calcitonin Salmon (synthetic origin) Nasal Spray has not been shown to increase spinal b...
