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Notes

Do not share this medication with others.

Lab and/or medical tests (such as calcium levels) should be done while you are using this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.

Lifestyle changes that help promote healthy bones include increasing weight-bearing exercise, stopping smoking, limiting alcohol, and eating well-balanced meals that contain adequate calcium and vitamin D. Since you may also need to take calcium and vitamin D supplements and make lifestyle changes, consult your doctor for specific advice.

Storage

Store in the refrigerator away from light. Do not freeze. Do not use this medication if it has been frozen. This medication should be used immediately after removing from the refrigerator and then returned to refrigerator after use. This product may be used for up to 28 days. Mark the day when you start using the product. Discard the product after 28 days, even if there is still medication in the product. Keep all medications away from children and pets.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.