What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Bone disease other than osteoporosis
-High levels of an enzyme called alkaline phosphatase in the blood
-High levels of calcium in the blood
-History of cancer in the bone
-Kidney stone
-Paget's disease
-Parathyroid disease
-Receiving radiation therapy
-An unusual or allergic reaction to abaloparatide, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breast-feeding
What may interact with this medication?
Interactions have not been studied.
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medication?
Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress.
You may need blood work done while you are taking this medication.
This medication may affect your coordination, reaction time, or judgment. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you. Sit up or stand slowly to reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Drinking alcohol with this medication can increase the risk of these side effects.
You should make sure that you get enough calcium and vitamin D while you are taking this medication. Discuss the foods you eat and the vitamins you take with your care team.
Talk to your care team about your risk of cancer. You may be more at risk for certain types of cancers if you take this medication.
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