Teriparatide Benefits & Uses

Teriparatide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Osteoporosis

Other Benefits

Post Menopausal Osteoporosis

Teriparatide Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Osteoporosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mcg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given into the thigh or abdominal wall
Geriatric	Disease: Osteoporosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mcg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given into the thigh or abdominal wall

Teriparatide Related Warnings

Is the use of Teriparatide safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Teriparatide for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Teriparatide safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Teriparatide on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Teriparatide will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Teriparatide on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Teriparatide on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Teriparatide on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Teriparatide. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Teriparatide on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Teriparatide. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Teriparatide with Other Drugs

Teriparatide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Calcitriol

Betamethasone

Mild

Digoxin

Teriparatide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Teriparatide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Paget's Disease
Hyperphosphatemia
Hyperparathyroidism
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Teriparatide

Is this Teriparatide habit forming or addictive?

Teriparatide does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Teriparatide since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Teriparatide should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Teriparatide for mental disorders.

No

Teriparatide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Teriparatide

Teriparatide may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Teriparatide

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Teriparatide.

Unknown