About palopegteriparatide
Class: | Parathyroid hormone analog
Use: | Treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and men at high risk for fracture
Adult dose: | 0.3 mg (1 injection) subcutaneously once daily
Pediatric dose: | Not established; safety and efficacy in pediatric patients have not been determined
Side effects: | Nausea, headache, dizziness, injection site reactions, hypercalcemia
Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to palopegteriparatide or any component of the formulation; patients with a h
Drug Class
Parathyroid hormone analog
Uses & Indications
Treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and men at high risk for fracture
Storage Requirements
Store in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C); do not freeze; may be stored at room temperature (up to 25°C) for up to 30 days after first use
Manufacturer & Packaging
Manufacturer: Ascendis Pharma Endocrinology GmbH, Germany
Package Size
2 x 0.56 ml pre-filled pen
Price & Supplier
Price in UAE: AED 43029.00
Dosage Information
Adult Dose
0.3 mg (1 injection) subcutaneously once daily
Pediatric Dose
Not established; safety and efficacy in pediatric patients have not been determined
Side Effects
Nausea, headache, dizziness, injection site reactions, hypercalcemia
Contraindications & Precautions
Hypersensitivity to palopegteriparatide or any component of the formulation; patients with a history of osteosarcoma or other skeletal malignancies; patients with hypercalcemia or metabolic bone diseases other than osteoporosis
Important Warnings
Risk of osteosarcoma; monitor for signs of hypercalcemia; not recommended for use in patients with Paget's disease of bone, unexplained elevations of alkaline phosphatase, or prior radiation therapy to the skeleton
Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice.
Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication.
The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated
to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.