Kalnase
Kalnase Products are primarily used for
Post menopausal osteoporosis, Paget's disease, Hypercalcemia
About Kalnase Products
Uses of Kalnase Products
Calcitonin (Salmon) is used in the treatment of post menopausal osteoporosis, Paget's disease and Hypercalcemia.
Kalnase Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Kalnase are Nausea1a, Vomiting.
How Kalnase Products work
Calcitonin (Salmon) is a calcitonin receptor agonist. It acts by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells that cause destruction of bone, thereby strengthening the bones and minimizing the risk of fractures.
Patient Concerns about Kalnase Products
Frequently asked questions about Kalnase Products
Frequently asked questions about Calcitonin (Salmon)
Q. Does Kalnase Nasal Spray need to be refrigerated?
Yes, an unopened bottle of Kalnase Nasal Spray need to be refrigerated. It should be kept at a temperature between 2°C and 8°C. Do not freeze. After opening the bottle of Kalnase Nasal Spray, store it at room temperature between 15°C and 30°C.
Q. Does Kalnase Nasal Spray increase bone density?
Kalnase Nasal Spray contains calcitonin which is a hormone that is naturally produced by the thyroid gland and is responsible for maintaining calcium balance in the body. Kalnase Nasal Spray decreases the bone loss and damage in patients with osteoporosis. In some cases, it also helps in bone formation by activating the bone forming cells, thereby increasing the bone density.
Q. Can Kalnase Nasal Spray reduce the calcium levels in blood?
Yes, Kalnase Nasal Spray can reduce the levels of calcium in the blood. If the calcium levels in your blood drop down severely then it can present with numbness or tingling in your fingers, toes, or around your mouth. The blood calcium levels need to be monitored in such cases. Immediately contact your doctor if you experience any such symptoms.
Q. How should I use Kalnase Nasal Spray?
Follow the directions given by your prescriber and do ask him in case of any doubts. Usually, it is to be given in single nostril once daily. To start with we take 1 spray in left nostril on day 1, followed by right nostril on the second day. Continue to take the medicine inside the nose by switching nostrils every alternate day. Each bottle is set to deliver 30 doses. Do not use the bottle after 30 days.
Q. Is it fine to use Kalnase Nasal Spray in pregnant women?
Generally, Kalnase Nasal Spray is not recommended for pregnant women. However, enough evidence is not available to suggest risk associated with the use of Kalnase Nasal Spray causing birth defects or miscarriage in pregnant women. Kalnase Nasal Spray should be used in pregnant women with utmost caution. It is used only if the prescribing doctor finds potential benefit to be much larger than the risk involved.
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