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Biocalcin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Post Menopausal Osteoporosis. The alternative uses of Biocalcin have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Biocalcin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Biocalcin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Biocalcin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Biocalcin is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Biocalcin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Biocalcin related warnings section.
Biocalcin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Calcium Deficiency as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Biocalcin with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Biocalcin is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Biocalcin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Biocalcin safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Biocalcin will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Biocalcin safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Biocalcin on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Biocalcin will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Biocalcin on the Kidneys?
Biocalcin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Biocalcin on the Liver?
Side effects of Biocalcin rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Biocalcin on the Heart?
Biocalcin may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Biocalcin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Biocalcin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Biocalcin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Biocalcin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Biocalcin since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Biocalcin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Biocalcin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Biocalcin
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Biocalcin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Biocalcin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Biocalcin.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 264
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 339-340
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Miacalcin® (calcitonin-salmon)