Calcitonin nasal and Esterified estrogens

• Generic Name: calcitonin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Miacalcin, Fortical, Miacalcin Nasal

Calcitonin is a man-made form of a hormone that occurs naturally in the thyroid gland.

Calcitonin nasal is used to treat osteoporosis in women who have been in menopause for at least 5 years.

Calcitonin nasal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: esterified estrogens
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Menest

Ester-C (vitamin C) occurs naturally in foods such as citrus fruit, tomatoes, potatoes, and leafy vegetables. Vitamin C is important for bones and connective tissues, muscles, and blood vessels. Vitamin C also helps the body absorb iron, which is needed for red blood cell production.

Ester-C is used to treat and prevent vitamin C deficiency.

Ester-C may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.