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Forteo ® (teriparatide [rDNA origin] injection)
20-mcg daily dose in a 2.4-mL prefilled delivery deviceThis information is provided in response to your request. Resources may contain information about doses, uses, formulations and populations different from product labeling. See Prescribing Information above, if applicable.
FORTEO® (teriparatide): Alternate Formulation
FORTEO® (teriparatide) is not available as an oral formulation.
Does Forteo Come in a Pill Form?
Teriparatide is not available in pill form because it is a small protein, also called a peptide.
If given by mouth, such molecules are broken down in the stomach and gut, and will therefore be destroyed before they reach the bloodstream.
Enclosed Prescribing Information
Date of Last Review: September 17, 2020
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