Abstract
Calcitonin, a potent inhibitor of bone resorption, is an important agent for the treatment of osteoporosis. An analgesic effect of salmon calcitonin has also been reported. The recent development of calcitonin nasal spray should eliminate the need for injections.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 469-473 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Maryland Medical Journal |
Volume | 40 |
Issue number | 6 |
State | Published - Dec 1 1991 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Medicine(all)