Teriparatide is a drug that is used in the treatment of osteoporosis. Teriparatide is a synthetic form of parathyroid hormone which is naturally present in the body. This stimulates the formation of new bone, leading to increased bone density. This drug treats osteoporosis caused by menopause, use of steroids, or gonadal failure.
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Can my mother with osteoporosis safely use Teriparatide?
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Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Abdelrahman Abouibrahim
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