Forteo and Men
Studies have shown that Forteo can help increase bone mineral density in men with
osteoporosis. Studies have not shown that Forteo prevents broken bones in men. However, this is most likely due to the small number of men in these studies, since studies need many people in order to show any changes in the frequency of broken bones.
When and How to Take Forteo
General considerations for when and how to take Forteo include the following:
- The medication comes in an injectable form. It is injected once daily just under the skin, in the abdomen (lower stomach) or thigh.
- You can take Forteo with or without food.
- You can take Forteo at any time of the day, but it is a good idea to take it at the same time each day.
- Your healthcare provider should teach you exactly how to inject Forteo. Make sure you understand how to give yourself the injections.
- You should be sitting down when you give yourself your first few Forteo injections in case you get dizzy.
- You should use a new needle for each dose of Forteo.
- Each Forteo pen can be used for only 28 days after the first use. You must discard the pen after 28 days, even if there is some drug left in it.
- You need to make sure that you get enough calcium and vitamin D while taking Forteo, as the medicine cannot build bone without these substances.
- For the medication to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed. Forteo will not work if you stop taking it.
Dosing Information for Forteo
There is only one recommended Forteo dose, regardless of your age, weight, or other medical conditions. As is always the case, do not adjust your dose unless your healthcare provider specifically instructs you to do so.
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