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Forteo Side Effects Center
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
- Generic Name: teriparatide (rdna origin) injection
- Brand Name: Forteo
Forteo (Teriparatide (rDNA origin) Injection) side effects drug center
Forteo Side Effects Center
What Is Forteo?
Forteo (teriparatide [rDNA origin]) Injection is a man-made form of parathyroid hormone that exists naturally in the body used to treat osteoporosis in men and women who have a high risk of bone fracture.
What Are Side Effects of Forteo?
Common side effects of Forteo include dizziness or fast heartbeat within 4 hours after using this medication. These symptoms may persist for a few minutes to a few hours. This side effect should go away after several doses as your body adjusts to Forteo. Other side effects of Forteo include:
