Monograph Details
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Musculoskeletal Disorders
> Bone disorders
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FORTICAL |
| Manufacturer |
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Upsher-Smith Laboratories, Inc. |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Hormone. |
| Generic Name |
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Calcitonin-salmon (rDNA origin) 200Units/spray; nasal spray. |
| Indications |
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Postmenopausal osteoporosis. |
| Children |
Not applicable.
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| Adults |
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1 spray (200Units) in alternating nostrils daily. |
| Precautions |
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Do periodic nasal exams; discontinue if severe nasal ulceration occurs. Supplement diet with calcium (1g/day) and Vit. D (400 IU/day); reevaluate periodically. Pregnancy (Cat.C), nursing mothers: not recommended. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Rhinitis, other nasal/respiratory symptoms, back pain. |
| How Supplied |
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Nasal spray (3.7mL)—1 (30 doses) |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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