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Zotide One Injection

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Product introduction

Zotide One Injection is a man-made version of parathyroid hormone used to treat men and postmenopausal women who have severe osteoporosis with a high risk of fractures. It works by stimulating new bone formation, which improves bone density and decreases the risk of spinal fractures.

Zotide One Injection is used to make the bones stronger, and to reduce the risk of fractures by stimulating bone formation.

Uses of Zotide One Injection

Benefits of Zotide One Injection

In Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a common condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. Zotide One Injection helps treat osteoporosis in men as well as in women after menopause. It slows down the rate at which bone is broken down in your body. This maintains bone density and reduces your risk of breaking a bone. The injection is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. You can help improve the strength of your bones by doing regular exercise (especially weight-bearing exercise), eating healthy foods containing calcium and Vitamin D and reducing your consumption of alcohol and tobacco. Supplements of calcium and Vitamin D3 are also effective.

Side effects of Zotide One Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Zotide One

  • Joint pain
  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
  • Nausea
  • Leg cramps

How to use Zotide One Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Zotide One Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zotide One Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zotide One Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Zotide One Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Zotide One Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zotide One Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Zotide One Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Zotide One Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Zotide One Injection
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Quick tips

  • Zotide One Injection should be injected every day under the skin (subcutaneous injection) of the thigh or abdomen.
  • Do not take it for more than 2 years.
  • You may have low blood pressure and dizziness during the initial few days.
  • If you feel dizzy (light-headed) after injection, sit or lie down until you feel better.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, constipation, low energy, or muscle weakness. These may be signs of high calcium levels in your blood.
  • Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Parathyroid Hormone Analogs
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Bone formation stimulator -PTH analogue

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FAQs

Is Zotide One Injection a steroid?

No, Zotide One Injection is not a steroid. However, this medicine may be used to treat osteoporosis caused by long-term use of steroids. Generally, this medicine is used to treat osteoporosis in women of postmenopausal age group and in men who have increased risk of fracture.

Can I take this medication in long term for osteoporosis?

Zotide One Injection should not be taken for longer than 2-year course. It is important to inform the doctor if you have taken this medication in the past, as you should not receive more than one treatment of 24 months course more than once in your lifetime.

How is Zotide One Injection stored at home?

Always keep this medicine stored in a refrigerator at a temperature of about 2°C to 8°C. Be cautious, the temperature should not decrease further as freezing may cause the medicine to get damaged and can lead to loss of activity. Therefore, avoid placing the Zotide One Injection pens close to the ice compartment of the refrigerator. If properly stored this medication can be used up to 28 days after the first injection. If the pen is not empty within 28 days please discard it safely.

Who should not use Zotide One Injection?

The doctor will decide whether the medicine is required for a patient or not. There are few conditions in which the use of Zotide One Injection should be avoided such as in patients with kidney impairment, Paget’s disease, any type of bone cancers or unexplained high levels of serum calcium. It should also be avoided by children, young adult or growing age, pregnant or lactating females. Hence, before starting the medication inform the doctor about any medical condition and the medication you are taking. This will help the doctor to design a proper therapy for you.
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References

  1. Bikle DD. Agents That Affects Bone Mineral Homoestasis. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 766.
  2. Friedman PA. Agents Affecting Mineral Ion Homeostasis and Bone Turnover. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1300
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