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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.
What Should I Do If I Miss or Forget Dose of Forteo?
Teriparatide should be taken once a day.
You can take teriparatide at any time of the day.
To help you remember to take your teriparatide, you can take it around the same time of day or take it the same time you do another daily activity; for example, brushing teeth or watching your favorite TV show.
Do not take two shots in one day or try to make up a dose if you forget to take your teriparatide.
Table 1. Changes in Teriparatide Administration
Enclosed Prescribing Information
Date of Last Review: September 17, 2020
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