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Description Calcitonin salmon inj, 400 UNITS
DESI Drug Ind -
DESI2 Drug Ind -
Drug Category N
Drug Type Code 1
FDA Approval Date 05/14/2021
FDA Therap Equiv AP
HCPCS J0630
Market Entry Date 05/14/2021
Medical Coverage COVERED WITH SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Termination Date -
Unit ML
Units Per Pkg 2
Active Ingredients 2144 calcitonin,salmon,synthetic 47931851
AHFS Class 68240400 ANTIPARATHYROID AGENTS; 92240000 BONE RESORPTION INHIBITORS
DEA Class NC
Dose Form VIAL (ML)
Fine Line Class 850085008510 All Rx Products
Gen Code and Des 6681 calcitonin,salmon,synthetic INJECTION VIAL 200/ML
Inactive Ingredients 3199 phenol 108952; 756 sodium acetate 127093
OMP Family -
Product Category RX Pharmaceuticals
Strength 400UN
Common Brand Name COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Calcimar, Miacalcin
Drug Interaction DRUG INTERACTIONS: Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval. A product that may interact with this drug is: lithium.
Allocation Period -
Case Quantity 96
Drug Form Pack Size 2
Form MULTIDOSE VIAL
Hazard Code -
Listed Chemical -
NIOSH Code -
Orange Book AP Injectable aqueous solutions including dry powders, concentrated solutions or ready-to-use solutions are considered pharmaceutically and therapeutically equivalent if they produce the same concentration and are labeled similarly.
Retail Pack Quantity 1
Returnable Status Returnable
Special Storage Cond 00 None
Temp Zone 30 Refrige./DoNot Freez
Unit EA
Unit Size 2
How to Use HOW TO USE: This medication is given by injection under the skin or into a muscle as directed by your doctor. For the treatment of high calcium, you will usually use this medication every 12 hours. For the treatment of osteoporosis, you will usually use this medication every other day. For the treatment of Paget's disease, you will usually use this medication daily to every other day. If you are using more than 2 milliliters of the medication at a time, it is recommended that you inject the medication into a muscle. Use this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Learn all preparation and usage instructions in the product package. If you have questions about the use of this medication, consult your doctor or pharmacist. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. For the treatment of high calcium, the dosage is also based on weight. It is recommended to use this medication at the lowest effective dosage and for the shortest possible duration to treat your condition. Patients treated long-term with this medication have shown a rare risk of developing cancer. Discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of long term treatment with this medication. Before injecting each dose, check this product visually for particles or discoloration. If either is present, do not use the liquid. Also, clean the injection site with rubbing alcohol before injecting. It is important to change the location of the injection site each time to avoid problem areas under the skin or in the muscle. Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time(s) each day. If you are using this medication on a schedule other than every day (such as every other day), it may help to mark your calendar with a reminder. Learn how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely. Consult your pharmacist. Tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse.
Missed Dose MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Use your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Notes NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. Lifestyle changes that help promote healthy bones include increasing weight-bearing exercise, stopping smoking, limiting alcohol, and eating well-balanced meals that contain adequate calcium and vitamin D. Since you may also need to take calcium and vitamin D supplements and make lifestyle changes, consult your doctor for specific advice. Lab and/or medical tests (such as urine sediment, bone mineral density, calcium levels) may be done while you are using this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.
Overdose OVERDOSE: If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose may include: nausea, vomiting.
Phonetic Pronunciation (KAL-si-TOE-nin)
Precautions PRECAUTIONS: Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: low level of calcium in the blood. Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Side Effects SIDE EFFECTS: (See also How to Use section). Nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, or flushing may occur. Using this medication at bedtime may help to decrease these side effects. Swelling/redness at injection site, a salty taste in mouth, increased urination, or loss of appetite may also occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: eye pain, swelling ankles/feet, muscle cramps/spasms, numbness/tingling of the arms/legs. Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including: seizures. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch. In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
Storage STORAGE: Store in the refrigerator. Do not freeze. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
Uses USES: This medication is used to treat certain bone problems (such as Paget's disease, postmenopausal osteoporosis) and to reduce high blood levels of calcium. Calcitonin is a man-made hormone that works by slowing bone loss and maintaining normal calcium levels in the blood. It may also help to reduce bone pain in people who have Paget's disease.

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