This medicine is man-made (synthetic) form of the active part of a natural hormone called parathyroid hormone used in women after menopause and in men to treat bone weakening (osteoporosis). It is used in patients who are at high risk of having fractures, have had fractures, or who cannot use other osteoporosis treatments. This medicine increases bone mass and bone strength, thereby decreasing the chance of getting a fracture.
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. This medicine comes with a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about this medicine. This medicine is provided in a pen device for injection of the drug. A manual is provided with instructions on the proper way to prepare and inject this drug. Ask your pharmacist any questions you may have about giving yourself shots. Inject this medicine under the skin (subcutaneously) into the thigh or abdominal wall usually as a single daily dose or as directed by your doctor. Use a new needle with each dose. Learn how to store and discard needles properly. Some patients get dizzy or a fast heartbeat after the first few doses of teriparatide. For the first few doses, inject this medicine where you can sit or lie down right away if you get dizzy or have a fast heartbeat. Do not use this medicine if it is cloudy or discolored. Use this medicine regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time each day. STORE THIS MEDICINE in the refrigerator between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 to 8 degrees C). DO NOT FREEZE. Do not use this medicine if it has been frozen. This medicine may be injected immediately after removing from the refrigerator. Recap the pen when not in use. Each pen may be used for up to 28 days after the first injection. After 28 days of use, discard the pen, even if it still contains unused solution. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
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