A member asked:

What is benefit of human parathyroid harmon injection and use in osteoporosis and whether it is recommended for taking that medicine for two years.

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Dr. Guy Fogel answered

Forteo really works: Forteo with vit d and calcium will add up to 8% bone mass in one year. It is the only medicine to increase bone density and move the patient out of the fracture risk zone quickly and efficiently.

Answered 6/25/2014

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Dr. Chaitanya Mamillapalli answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

YES: human parathyroid analogs has been approved for use of osteoporosis for duration of 2 years. This is a specialized treatment,and patient's needs to have proper evaluation before proceeding with treatment. It is an effective medication for osteoporosis.

Answered 6/26/2018

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My calcium level 10.6 parathyroid hormone 123 age 44 is thing normal?

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