Calcitonin-salmon

what are the nursing considerations of Calcitonin-salmon?

-monitor integrity of mucus membranes if using the intranasal form

-alternate nostrils each day, one spray per, prime new containers

-can also be given SQ or IM

-allergy testing prior to starting this med

what are the adverse effects of Calcitonin-salmon?

-hypersensitivity to salmon/seafood may precipitate anaphylaxis

-hypocalcemia

what is the mechanism of action of Calcitonin-salmon?

-acts to treat current post-menopausal osteoporosis, does not prevent the condition

-used to treat hypercalcemia by inhibiting osteoclasts and increasing calcium excretion

what is the classification of Calcitonin-salmon?

calcitonin