Mechanism of Action of Teriparatide
Introduction Teriparatide is a recombinant form of the first 34 amino acids of human parathyroid hormone (PTH 1-34), which represents the biologically active portion of the hormone. It is used primarily as an anabolic agent in the treatment of osteoporosis. Teriparatide is unique among osteoporosis therapies because it stimulates new bone formation rather than merely … Read more