Forteo

The proper way to use

If you are injecting this medicine yourself, use it exactly as directed by your doctor. Special patient directions come with teriparatide injection. Read the directions carefully before using the medicine. Make sure you understand:

• Where to give the injection
• How to give the injection.
• How long the injection is stable

If you have any questions about any of this, check with your health care professional.

Do not use if you see solid particles in the liquid.

Do not use if past the expiration date on package.

For the first few doses of teriparatide, inject the medicine where you can sit or lie down right away if you get dizzy.

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• For subcutaneous injection dosage form:
  • For osteoporosis:
    • Adults—20 micrograms (mcg) once daily, injected into the thigh or abdominal wall
    • Children—Teriparatide should not be used in children

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage

Store in the refrigerator. Do not freeze.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Discard the teriparatide pen 28 days after the first injection, even if there is still medicine in it. Do not use the medicine if it has been frozen.