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Teriparatide

Evidence Score7/10

Studies: 11

Meta-analyses: 3

Evidence Score7.5/10

Studies: 79

Meta-analyses: 20

Dosage:

20 micrograms once daily by subcutaneous injection (the approved osteoporosis dose; PRESCRIPTION ONLY)

Best Time:

Any time

Can take on empty stomach

Form:

Subcutaneous injection (prefilled pen)

Dosage:

500-1000mcg daily for maintenance; higher for deficiency

Best Time:

Morning · with food (preferred)

Can take on empty stomach

Form:

Methylcobalamin (sublingual)

🦴 Reduced vertebral fracturespositive

Over ~18-24 months of daily use

🛡️ Reduced nonvertebral fragility fracturespositive

Over ~18-24 months

📊 Bone-density gainspositive

Detectable by ~3 months

⚡ Energy Restorationpositive

2-4 weeks

🧠 Cognitive Supportpositive

4-8 weeks

⚡ Nerve Healthpositive

Weeks to months

Limited safety

Contraindications:

Conditions with baseline-increased osteosarcoma risk: Paget's disease of bone, unexplained elevated alkaline phosphatase, prior skeletal radiation therapy, open epiphyses (children/young adults with growth plates not yet closed)
Pre-existing hypercalcemia or hyperparathyroidism
Active bone metastases or skeletal malignancy

Drug Interactions: