Forteo (20mcg/80mcl) pre-filled pen 2.4 ml
فورتيو (20مكجم/80مل ) قلم 2.4 مل
teriparatideFrom the official published price list, updated twice a day. Pharmacies may differ slightly.
The medical information below is guidance and may be incomplete or wrong. Do not change your medicine or dose based on it — ask a pharmacist or doctor.
Uses
Used for osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and men at high fracture risk or intolerant to other therapies. Increases bone mass and reduces fracture risk.
Do not use if
Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to teriparatide or its excipients.
Side effects
Common effects include joint pain, nausea, limb pain, and dizziness.
Warnings
Avoid in patients at increased risk of osteosarcoma, including certain bone disorders or prior skeletal radiation.
How it works
Recombinant parathyroid hormone analog that stimulates new bone formation when given intermittently.
Storage
Store refrigerated at 2–8°C. Do not freeze.