What happens if I miss a dose?
Use the medication as soon as you remember the missed dose. If it is almost time for
your next dose, skip the missed dose and use the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this
medicine.
An overdose of calcitonin nasal is not likely to produce life-threatening side effects.
What should I avoid while using calcitonin nasal?
Avoid using any other nasal sprays or medicines at the same time you use calcitonin nasal
unless your doctor has told you to.
What are the possible side effects of calcitonin nasal?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these
signs of an allergic
reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
Less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:
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bleeding from your nose;
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runny or stuffy nose;
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dryness, itching, tenderness, or general discomfort of your
nose;
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crusting, scabs, or sores inside your nose;
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redness in or around your nose;
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warmth, redness, or tingly feeling under your skin;
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headache;
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back pain; or
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nausea.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell
your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.
What other drugs will affect calcitonin nasal?
There may be other drugs that can interact with calcitonin nasal. Tell your doctor about
all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals,
herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication
without telling your doctor.
Where can I get more information?
Your pharmacist can provide more information about calcitonin nasal.
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children,
never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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