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recombinant salmon calcitonin

recombinant salmon calcitonin (FORCALTONIN) is a calcitonin receptor agonist.

EMA: withdrawn Systemic hormonal preparations (H05) H05BA01
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Drug details — recombinant salmon calcitonin
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Quick answer

recombinant salmon calcitonin (FORCALTONIN) is a calcitonin receptor agonist.

Key facts

INN recombinant salmon calcitonin
Brand FORCALTONIN
Mechanism Calcitonin receptor agonist
Target Calcitonin receptor
Therapeutic class Systemic hormonal preparations (H05)
ATC code H05BA01

Mechanism of action

Calcitonin receptor agonist

Primary target: Calcitonin receptor

Approval history

Authority Status Date
EMA withdrawn

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Frequently asked questions

What is recombinant salmon calcitonin?

recombinant salmon calcitonin (FORCALTONIN) is a calcitonin receptor agonist.

What is the brand name for recombinant salmon calcitonin?

FORCALTONIN is a marketed brand name for recombinant salmon calcitonin. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.