Miacalcic
Injection
Novartis (Bangladesh) Ltd.Generic:
Salmon CalcitoninWeight:
100 IU/mlbest Price:
? 591.00Generic
Salmon Calcitonin
Pharmacology
Naturally-occurring calcitonin is synthesised by parafollicular cells in the thyroid gland of mammals and the ultimobranchial gland of birds and fish. The potency of salmon calcitonin is standardised according to its ability to lower plasma calcium levels of rats as compared to the International Reference standard.
Contraindications
Concurrent use wth cardiac glycosides (e.g. digitalis) or Ca-channel blockers requires dosage adjustments of these drugs. May decrease serum concentration of lithium.
Side Effects
Hypersensitivity. Patients with hypocalcaemia.
Pregnancy And Lactation
GI disturbances, dizziness, flushing, tingling of the hands, unpleasant taste, skin rash, abdominal pain, urinary frequency, tremor, inj site inflammation. Rarely, diabetogenic effect.
Therapeutic
Symptoms: Flushing, nausea, vomiting and dizziness. Management: Symptomatic and supportive treatment.
Storage Conditions
Hormone in bone formation by Inhibiting bone resorption
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