ZOTIDE INJ

Overview

ZOTIDE INJ is a Schedule H drug.

ZOTIDE INJ is composed of: TERIPARATIDE (750 MCG)

Teriparatide is a prescription medication used to treat both men and postmenopausal women with osteoporosis who are at high risk for having broken bones. Teriparatide is a synthetic hormone that is similar to the one the body makes naturally (parathyroid hormone). It works by causing the body to build new bone and increase bone strength by regulating calcium and phosphate. Teriparatide comes in an injectable form that is given once daily. It is injected just under the skin of the stomach area or thigh.

Usage

TERIPARATIDE is generally used to treat: Osteoporosis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Precautions for ZOTIDE INJ and its Constituents

• This medication is not recommended for use in children or young adults whose bones are still growing.
• Avoid smoking cigarettes or drinking alcohol. Smoking or heavy drinking can reduce your bone mineral density, making fractures more likely.
• It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
• It is not known whether teriparatide passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
• Teriparatide is injected under the skin. You may be shown how to use injections at home. Do not give yourself this medicine if you do not understand how to use the injection and properly dispose of used needles and syringes.
• Teriparatide should be clear and colorless. Do not use the medicine if it has changed colors, looks cloudy, or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.
• To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.

Symptoms of Overdosage

TERIPARATIDE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Head Headache

Common Side-Effects

TERIPARATIDE : Abdomen Pain, Confusion, Constipation, Depressed Mood, Dry Mouth, Head Headache, Slurred Speech, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Loss Of Appetite, Bad Taste In Mouth, Weakness (generalized), Nausea, Increased Thirst, Fatigue (tiredness), Vomit, Weight Loss (unintentional), Arms Pain, Jaws Pain, Cough, Fainting, Fever, Chills, Sneezing, Throat Soreness, Body Excessive Sweating, Wheezing

Serious Side-Effects

TERIPARATIDE : Labored Breathing, Difficulty Breathing, Irregular Heartbeat, Shortness Of Breath, Chest Pain

Disease Interactions

TERIPARATIDE can interfere with: Paget’s Disease, Bone Neoplasm, Vitamin D Deficiency, Renal Osteodystrophy, Hyperparathyroidism, Hypotension, Acute Renal Failure, Lithiasis, Renal

Technical Classification

TERIPARATIDE is categorized as: PARATHYROID HORMONE AND ANALOGS / HORMONES

Available Alternatives for ZOTIDE INJ

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

BONMAX PTH 750 MCG CARTRIDGE	INR 6900 for 3 ML CARTRIDGE	TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MCG
BONMAX PTH CUSTOMISED 750 MCG AUTOPEN	INR 2999 for 1 AUTOPEN	TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MCG
TEREOS 750MCG INJ	INR 12640 for 3 ML INJECTION	TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MCG
TERIFRAC 750MCG INJ	INR 7500 for 3 ML INJECTION	TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MCG
TERIFRAC 750MCG PENFILL	INR 1100 for 1 PENFILL	TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MCG
TERIFRAC INJ	INR 7500 for 3 ML INJECTION	TERIPARATIDE 750 MCG
TRICIUM PTH 750 MCG INJ	INR 4500 for 1 ML INJECTION	TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MCG
ZOTIDE 750 MCG CARTRIDGE	INR 7000 for 3 ML CARTRIDGE	TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MCG
ZOTIDE INJ	INR 7000 for 3 ML CARTRIDGE	TERIPARATIDE 750 MCG
ZOTIDE PENFILL 750MCG	INR 1500 for 1 ML PENFILL	TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MCG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

BOMASTREN 750MG INJ	INR 12857.1 for 3 ML INJECTION	TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MG
BONISTA 250MG INJ	INR 7117.5 for 3 ML INJECTION	TERIPARATIDE 250.0 MG
BONISTA INJ	INR 12640 for 1 INJECTION	TERIPARATIDE 250 MCG/ML
BONMAX PTH 750MG INJ	INR 6900 for 3 ML INJECTION	TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MG
BONMAX PTH INJ	INR 6900 for 3 ML INJECTION	TERIPARATIDE 750 MG
BONOTIODE 250 MCG INJ	INR 13600 for 1 ML INJECTION	TERIPARATIDE 250.0 MCG
BONOTIODE PENFILL	INR 1100 for 3 ML PENFILL	TERIPARATIDE
ELEVOSTEO INJ	INR 15750 for 3 ML INJECTION	TERIPARATIDE 250 MCG
FORTEO 600MCG INJ	INR 23462 for 2.4 ML PRE-FILLED PEN	TERIPARATIDE 600.0 MCG
FORTEO INJ	INR 23462 for 1 PACK	TERIPARATIDE 250 MCG/ML
GEMTIDE 250MCG INJ	INR 12000 for 3 ML CARTRIDGE	TERIPARATIDE 250 MCG
GEMTIDE 750MG CARTRIDGE	INR 12000 for 3 ML CARTRIDGE	TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MG
OSTEOTIDE 250MCG INJ	INR 8950 for 3 ML INJECTION	TERIPARATIDE 250.0 MCG
OSTEOTIDE INJ	INR 7200 for 3 ML INJECTION	TERIPARATIDE 250 MCG
TERIFORT 750MG INJ	INR 7297.65 for 1 ML INJECTION	TERIPARATIDE 750.0 MG
TERIFRAC 250 MCG PEN	INR 1100 for 1 PEN	TERIPARATIDE 250.0 MCG
TERIPARATIDE		TERIPARATIDE
TRICIUM PTH	INR 1200 for 1 ML PENFILL	TERIPARATIDE NAN
TRICIUM PTH PENFILL	INR 1200 for 1 ML PENFILL	TERIPARATIDE