Teriparatide

Teriparatide (Forteo) is a recombinant form of parathyroid hormone, used in the treatment of some forms of osteoporosis. It is manufactured and marketed by Eli Lilly and Company. Teriparatide is administered by injection once a day in the thigh or abdomen. The recommended dose is 20 μg per day. Teriparatide has an ongoing clinical trial to evaluate its effectiveness in treating the symptoms of osteogenesis imperfecta. Teriparatide should not be p... more

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