Teriparatide

Generic name: teriparatide [ ter-i-PAR-a-tide ]
Brand name: Forteo
Dosage form: subcutaneous solution (620 mcg/2.48 mL)
Drug class:Parathyroid hormone and analogs

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Mar 17, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is teriparatide?

Teriparatide is used to treat osteoporosis caused by menopause, steroid use, or gonadal failure. teriparatide is for use when you have a high risk of bone fracture due to osteoporosis.

Teriparatide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Avoid smoking cigarettes or drinking alcohol.Smoking or heavy drinking can reduce your bone mineral density, making fractures more likely.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use teriparatide if you are allergic to it.

Teriparatide is not for use in children or young adults whose bones are still growing.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• Paget's disease or a bone disease other than osteoporosis;

• bone cancer or radiation treatment;

• a genetic condition that increases your risk of bone cancer;

• overactive parathyroid glands;

• high blood levels of calcium;

• a painful skin condition caused by too much calcium;

• kidney failure;

• a kidney stone; or

• an autoimmune disorder such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or psoriasis.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How should I use teriparatide?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Teriparatide is injected under the skin. A healthcare provider may teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself.

Teriparatide is usually given once per day at the same time each day.

Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you don't understand all instructions.

Prepare an injection only when you are ready to give it. Do not use if the medicine looks cloudy, has changed colors, or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.

Your healthcare provider will show you where on your body to inject teriparatide. Use a different place each time you give an injection. Do not inject into the ...