Citonap
Citonap Products are primarily used for
Post menopausal osteoporosis, Paget's disease, Hypercalcemia
About Citonap Products
Uses of Citonap Products
Calcitonin (Salmon) is used in the treatment of post menopausal osteoporosis, Paget's disease and hypercalcemia.
Citonap Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Citonap are Nausea, Injection site inflammation, Joint pain, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Headache, Back pain, Inflammation of the nose, Nosebleeds, Nasal symptoms, Abdominal pain, Nocturia (increased urge to urinate during the night), Fever, Eye pain, Loss of appetite, Ankle swelling, Salty taste.
How Citonap 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 Citonap Products
Frequently asked questions about Citonap Products
Frequently asked questions about Calcitonin (Salmon)
Q. Does Citonap 200IU Nasal Spray need to be refrigerated?
Yes, an unopened bottle of Citonap 200IU 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 Citonap 200IU Nasal Spray, store it at room temperature between 15°C and 30°C.
Q. Does Citonap 200IU Nasal Spray increase bone density?
Citonap 200IU 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. Citonap 200IU 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 Citonap 200IU Nasal Spray reduce the calcium levels in blood?
Yes, Citonap 200IU 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 Citonap 200IU 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 Citonap 200IU Nasal Spray in pregnant women?
Generally, Citonap 200IU Nasal Spray is not recommended for pregnant women. However, enough evidence is not available to suggest risk associated with the use of Citonap 200IU Nasal Spray causing birth defects or miscarriage in pregnant women. Citonap 200IU 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.
Products for Citonap
Citonap 200IU Nasal Spray
bottle of 3.7 ml Nasal Spray
MRP
₹990
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