What is Miacalcin Nasal?
Calcitonin is a synthetic form of the hormone found in thyroid glands naturally. Miacalcin nasal is used for treating osteoporosis among women in the menopause after at least five years. This medication guide does not list all possible uses of miacalcin nasal.
Side effects of Miacalcin Nasal
If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergy reaction, seek emergency medical attention: Hives, rapid heartbeats, feeling lightheaded, chest pain, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, or throat.
Miacalcin Nasal may cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- A feeling of lightheadedness, as if you could pass out.
- Severe nasal irritation;
- Low levels of calcium can cause numbness around the mouth, a tingling sensation, a fast or slowed heartbeat, or muscle contraction.
Miacalcin nasal side effects may include:
- Bleeding from the nose
- Runny or stuffy nasal
- Dryness, itching, or tenderness of the nose.
- You may have crusting or scabs on your nose.
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. Report side effects by calling the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Please read all the instructions on the label or package of your medication. Inform your doctors about your allergies and medical conditions. Also, tell them which medicines you are using.
Before you take this drug
Miacalcin Nasal should be avoided if the user is allergic to salmon-calcitonin.
Tell your doctor about any of the following to ensure that Miacalcin Nasal will be safe for you:
- Hypercalcemia is the term used to describe high calcium levels in the blood.
- Any nasal or sinus problem, such as deformities of the nose, chronic infections, or nasal pain,.
Miacalcin nasal may increase the risk that you develop certain types of cancer. Consult your doctor to determine your risk. FDA pregnancy class C There is no information on whether Miacalcin Nasal can harm an unborn child. If you plan to get pregnant or are already pregnant, tell your doctor. We do not know if calcitonin can pass into breast milk or harm nursing babies. This medicine should not be used while breastfeeding.
How to take Miacalcin Nasal?
Before you take your first dose, ask your doctor to perform a test for allergies. Do not alter the instructions on your prescription. Use this medication only as directed. Do not exceed the recommended dosage or use it for a longer period of time. Miacalcin Nasal is supplied with instructions to ensure safe and efficient use. Please follow the instructions carefully. If you have questions, ask your pharmacist or doctor. Miacalcin nasal can be stored in the fridge, but it should not freeze. After you have assembled the pump and bottle, it is safe to store the medication at room temperature, away from heat and light. The bottle should be stored upright with the attached pump. You must prime the spray before using the bottle. Let the medication reach room temperature prior to priming. Press the spray pump five times or more until you see a fine mist. Only prime the spray before the first time you use the freshly assembled bottle.
How to use nasal spray
- Blowing your nose is easy. Insert the bottle tip into your nostril while keeping your head up. The nasal spray should be held upright, with the first two fingers of each hand on either side of the pump. Your thumb is on the bottom.
- The medicine will be sprayed into your nose by pressing the unit hard. There is no need to inhale or sniff deeply.
- After using nasal spray, do not blow your nose.
- Rinse with water if the spray accidentally gets into your mouth, eyes, or skin.
Miacalcin nasal is typically sprayed into one nostril per day. The next day, spray the opposite nostril and alternate back and forth with each dose. Miacalcin nasal spray is a mist that delivers into your nose. The medication will still be absorbed into your nasal passages, even if you don't feel it. Each bottle has 30 doses. After 30 applications, throw away the medication, even if it is still in the bottle. Your doctor will want to examine your nasal passages frequently to ensure that this drug isn't causing any harmful effects. You may be prescribed extra vitamin D by your doctor if you use Miacalcin nasal. Only take the prescribed amount of vitamin D.
What happens if I miss the dose?
As soon as possible, take the dose you missed. If your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose. You should not take extra medication to compensate for a missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.
What should be avoided?
Miacalcin nasal should not be used with other nasal sprays unless you have been told by your doctor to do so.
Interaction with other drug
Other medications, such as vitamins and herbs, may also interact with calcitonin. Inform your healthcare providers of all the medicines that you are currently taking and those that you plan to start using.
