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Miacalcin - Calcitonin Salmon - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

Calcitonin, a hormone secreted by the thyroid gland, is important in calcium and bone metabolism.
It is used to treat Paget's disease, to reduce high levels of calcium or to treat postmenopausal osteoporosis (bone loss).

Nausea, vomiting and flushing may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication.
These effects may be relieved somewhat by taking the injection just before bedtime.
Other side effects may include loss of appetite, salty taste, diarrhea, stomach upset, headache, dizziness, fever, eye pain, itchy ear lobes, tender hands or feet, increased urination or redness or inflammation at the injection site.
If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
Notify your doctor if you develop.

Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

For treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis, vitamin D and calcium supplements may be recommended.
Talk to your doctor or nutritionist about this.
Closely follow any dietary recommendations.
While using this, your doctor may schedule lab tests to monitor the effects of the medication.

This medication is given as an injection just under the skin or into a muscle.
Use this medication exactly as prescribed.
Do not stop using this medication or increase your dose without consulting your doctor.

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include nausea and vomiting.