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Calcitonin Salmon

Calcitonin Salmon (Fortical) is a hormone used to treat postmenopausal osteoporosis. This page covers the one formulation listed in the catalogue, a nasal spray.

Fortical

Postmenopausal Osteoporosis

200iu

Calcitonin salmon nasal spray for postmenopausal osteoporosis. It is a synthetic version of a hormone that slows bone breakdown.

From$191.25/ sprayView

Key points

  • Calcitonin Salmon is a synthetic form of the hormone Calcitonin, which regulates calcium and bone turnover.
  • Fortical is the only product listed, available as a 200 IU nasal spray.
  • The spray delivery method allows for straightforward self-administration at home.

What Calcitonin Salmon is used for

Calcitonin Salmon is indicated for postmenopausal osteoporosis. It acts on bone tissue to slow bone loss, which may reduce the risk of fractures. The hormone Calcitonin is naturally involved in calcium regulation, and the synthetic form is delivered via a nasal spray for ease of use.

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