Elcatonin: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and More

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Generic Medicine Info

Special Precautions

Renal impairment; heart failure; child (short-term treatment only and monitor bone growth); lactation; skin test prior to administration.

Adverse Reactions

GI disturbances; tingling of the hands; skin rash; unpleasant taste; inflammatory reactions at Inj site; urinary frequency; tremor; transient hypocalcaemia (parenteral).

Drug Interactions

Cardiac glycosides.

Action

Description:
Mechanism of Action: Elcatonin, a synthetic analogue of eel calcitonin, inhibits osteoclastic bone resorption. It is used in the treatment of diseases characterized by high bone turnover eg, Paget's disease of bone and as an adjunct in the treatment of severe hypercalcaemia.

MIMS Class

Agents Affecting Bone Metabolism

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