Azedra Therapeutic and Parathyroid hormone

• Generic Name: iobenguane I 131
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Azedra, AdreView

• It is used to treat a tumor on the adrenal gland called pheochromocytoma or another type of tumor called paraganglioma.

• Generic Name: parathyroid hormone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Natpara

Parathyroid hormone is used together with calcium and vitamin D to treat hypocalcemia (low levels of calcium in the blood) in people who also have low levels of parathyroid hormone.

Parathyroid hormone is usually given after calcium and vitamin D alone have been tried without success.

Parathyroid hormone is available only under a special program. You must be registered in the program and understand the risks and benefits of parathyroid hormone.

Parathyroid hormone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.