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What is Calcimar and why is it prescribed? Calcimar is a synthetic form of calcitonin, a naturally occurring hormone produced by the thyroid gland. Calcimar reduces the rate of calcium loss from bones. Since less calcium passes from the bones to the blood, Calcimar also helps control blood calcium levels. How should you take Calcimar? Follow your doctors directions for taking Calcimar. Be sure your diet provides enough calcium and vitamin D. Foods that are good sources of calcium include dairy products and fish. Good sources of vitamin D include fish, liver, and dairy products. Sunlight is an indirect source of vitamin D. If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. Never take two doses at once. Store the unopened medication in the refrigerator. Protect from freezing. Before you prime the pump and open a new bottle, let it come to room temperature. You can keep the bottle at room temperature for 30 days. Be sure it stays upright. Are there any Calcimar side effects? Calcimar side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. More common Calcimar side effects may include back pain, headache, joint pain, nasal inflammation, nasal symptoms (crusts, dryness, redness, sores, irritation, itching, thick feeling, soreness, paleness, infection, narrowing of passages, runny or blocked nose, small wounds, bleeding wound, uncomfortable feeling), and nosebleed. Less common Calcimar side effects may include flushing, nausea, possible allergic reaction, and respiratory tract irritation. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Calcimar? If Calcimar is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. There are no interactions listed for Calcimar. However, people with Paget's disease of bone who have taken certain drugs such as Didronel may find that Calcimar is not working as well as it should. Are there any special warnings about Calcimar? Your doctor will examine your nose before you use Calcimar and periodically while you are using it. If your nose becomes very irritated, notify your doctor. Calcimar may cause small wounds or ulcers in your nose. |
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