Forteo bone injections contain the active ingredient teriparatide, which is a synthetic version of the amino acids of the parathyroid hormone, which stimulates bone growth and formation. Therefore, it is used to treat osteoporosis or soft bones, especially for women after menopause, and to increase active bone cells, increase bone mass, and protect them from fractures.
What are the ingredients of Forteo?
It contains the active ingredient:
- Tiroparatide 20 micrograms/80 microliters
Indications for use of Forteo
Forteo injections are used in the following conditions:
- Treatment of osteoporosis and osteomalacia
- Treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis in women
- Prevention of bone fractures
- Increasing bone mass