Parathyroid hormone and analogs
What are Parathyroid hormone and analogs?
Parathyroid hormone and analogs (a synthetic form of parathyroid hormone) control the distribution of phosphate and calcium in the body. High levels of parathyroid hormone triggers transfer of calcium from the bones to the blood. It increases absorption of calcium by the intestine and increases reabsorption of calcium by the renal tubules. A low level of parathyroid hormone reduces calcium levels in the blood.
Constant high levels of parathyroid hormone cause bone resorption but sporadic administration of exogenous recombinant parathyroid hormone stimulates bone formation.
Clinically used parathyroid hormone analogs are used to build bone mass in patients who have low bone density. They are used to treat or prevent osteoporosis in men and postmenopausal women, who have fractures or are at a high risk of having fractures.
List of Parathyroid hormone and analogs
| Drug Name | Avg. Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| teriparatide systemic (Pro) Brand names: Forteo, Bonsity |
173 reviews | |
| abaloparatide systemic (Pro) Brand name: Tymlos |
116 reviews | |
| parathyroid hormone systemic (Pro) Brand name: Natpara |
6 reviews | |
| palopegteriparatide systemic (Pro) Brand name: Yorvipath |
1 review | |
| For ratings, users were asked how effective they found the medicine while considering positive/adverse effects and ease of use (1 = not effective, 10 = most effective). | ||
See also
Medical conditions treated or associated with parathyroid hormone and analogs:
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