Recommended dosage is 20 mcg subcutaneously once a day Consider supplemental calcium and Vitamin D based on individual patient needs Administer as a subcutaneous injection into the thigh or abdominal region Administer initially under circumstances in which the patient can sit or lie down if symptoms of orthostatic hypotension occur Use of teriparatide for more than 2 years during a patient's lifetime should only be considered if a patient remains at or has returned to having a high risk for fracture 2.1 Recommended Dosage The recommended dosage is 20 mcg given subcutaneously once a day. Instruct patients to take supplemental calcium and vitamin D if daily dietary intake is inadequate. 2.2 Administration Instructions Administer teriparatide injection as a subcutaneous injection into the thigh or abdominal region. Teriparatide injection is not approved for intravenous or intramuscular use. Teriparatide injection should be administered initially under circumstances in which the patient can sit or lie down if symptoms of orthostatic hypotension occur .
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