About abaloparatide
Parathyroid hormone-related peptide analog
Used for
- Treats osteoporosis in postmenopausal women at high fracture risk
- Treats osteoporosis in men at high fracture risk
- Treats osteoporosis caused by long-term glucocorticoid use in adults
Usual adult dose
80 micrograms injected under the skin once daily; treatment is generally limited to two years.
Common side effects
- Dizziness or nausea
- Headache
- Injection-site redness or pain
- Fast heartbeat
Important warnings
- May cause dizziness or a sudden drop in blood pressure after injection.
- Can raise blood calcium or urine calcium levels.
- Avoid in people with bone cancer, bone metastases, or prior skeletal radiation.
- Use beyond two years is generally not recommended.
Pregnancy
Not indicated during pregnancy; human safety information is limited.
Breastfeeding
Not indicated during breastfeeding; human safety information is limited.
Interactions
- Other parathyroid hormone medicines may increase calcium-related effects.
- Medicines that affect blood pressure may increase dizziness or fainting risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.