Description and Brand Names
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US Brand Name
- Natpara
Descriptions
Parathyroid hormone injection is used together with calcium and vitamin D to control hypocalcemia (low calcium levels) in patients with hypoparathyroidism. Hypoparathyroidism is a condition that is caused when the parathyroid gland in the neck doesn't make enough parathyroid hormone (PTH).
This medicine is only available through a restricted access program. Doctors who are enrolled in the restricted program can write a prescription for this medicine.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2019
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