CALCITONIN SALMON
(Calcimar)Standard Prescription
calcitonin __ units (units/kg/dose) SC/IM Q__H
Dosages
Hypercalcemia:
Initial: 4 IU/kg/dose Q12H SC/IM.
If response to this dosage is not satisfactory after 1-2 days, may increase to 8 IU/kg/dose Q12H. If necessary, dose may be increased to a maximum of 8 IU/kg/dose Q6H.
Mechanism of Action
Hormone involved in regulation of calcium and phosphate
Binds to osteoclasts and inhibits bone resorption
Binds to osteoclasts and inhibits bone resorption
Forms Supplied
Injection: 200 IU/mL (2 mL multidose vial)
Comments
Do not exceed 2 mL volume per injection site.
Onset of action: 2-3 hr with nadir serum calcium concentration occurring within 12-24 hr.
Skin testing with 1 IU may predict hypersensitivity reaction.
Contraindicated in patients sensitive to salmon protein.
Onset of action: 2-3 hr with nadir serum calcium concentration occurring within 12-24 hr.
Skin testing with 1 IU may predict hypersensitivity reaction.
Contraindicated in patients sensitive to salmon protein.
References
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Last Edited
2021-11-08 06:54:34