Terifrac 750 mcg

Composition of Terifrac 750 mcg

Terifrac 750 mcg contains Teriparatide (750mcg). It belongs to the Hormone preparation class of medicines.

Uses of Terifrac 750 mcg

Osteoporosis

Key benefits

• In Osteoporosis Terifrac Injection is a valuable treatment for osteoporosis
• especially in individuals at high risk of fractures. It stimulates new bone formation
• increases bone mineral density
• and improves bone strength. This significantly reduces the risk of fractures
• particularly in the spine and hip. Strengthening the bones helps individuals maintain mobility
• reduce pain
• and preserve independence
• ultimately improving their overall quality of life.

How Terifrac 750 mcg works

Terifrac Injection is a synthetic form of a natural human hormone called parathyroid hormone (PTH). It works by increasing the number and activity of bone-forming cells (osteoblasts). This strengthens the bones and minimizes the risk of fractures.

How to take Terifrac 750 mcg

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Terifrac Injection, consult your doctor.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may cause nausea, vomiting and withdrawal bleeding. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Terifrac 750 mcg

Most side effects of Terifrac are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Terifrac 750 mcg

Warnings and precautions

Take a hormonal medicine at the same time every day; the effect depends on a steady level. Seek urgent care for sudden chest pain, breathlessness, severe headache, weakness on one side, or pain and swelling in a calf — hormone preparations can raise the risk of clots. Tell your doctor if you smoke, have migraine with aura, high blood pressure, or a family history of clots or breast cancer, before starting. Report any unusual or heavy vaginal bleeding to your doctor.

Do not take Terifrac if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with a history of blood clots, certain hormone-sensitive cancers, or active liver disease. Several are contraindicated in pregnancy.

Interactions with other medicines

Rifampicin, several anti-epileptics and St John's wort make hormonal contraception unreliable. Tell your doctor about every medicine, supplement and herbal product you take.

How to store Terifrac 750 mcg

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Terifrac 750 mcg

Terifrac Injection should be injected every day under the skin (subcutaneous injection) of the thigh or abdomen. You may have low blood pressure and dizziness during the initial few days. If you feel dizzy (light-headed) after the injection, sit or lie down until you feel better. Tell your doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, constipation, low energy, or muscle weakness. These may be signs of high calcium levels in your blood. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

COMMON PRODUCTS

Therapeutic class:

HORMONES

Drug class:

Hormone preparation

Chemical class:

Peptides