Abstract:Background : Teriparatide (TPTD) is a recombinant PTH analog used as an anabolic agent in the treatment of osteoporosis that stimulates bone formation and activates bone remodeling. The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, hypertension and dizziness. Transient hypercalcemia is a known adverse effect which is usually seen a few hours after administration and resolves within 16 hours. However, marked late hypercalcemia is a rare event and may be of concern in clinical practice.
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