Calcitonin Uses

Calcitonin is used for Postmenopausal Osteoporosis

How Calcitonin Works

Calcitonin decreases osteoclastic activity by inhibiting osteocytic osteolysis, decreases mineral release and matrix or collagen breakdown in bone.

Common side effects of Calcitonin

Headache, Weakness, Dizziness, Paresthesia, Fatigue, Facial Flushing, Edema of Feet, Hypertension, Eye Pain

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