Forteo (teriparatide) is a brand-name drug that doctors prescribe for some people with osteoporosis. It contains proteins that strengthen bones and stimulate new bone growth. A typical prescription is ...

for the treatment of postmenopausal women with osteoporosis at high risk for fracture or who have failed or are intolerant to other available osteoporosis therapy; to increase bone mass in men with ...

A proven and effective medication for osteoporosis, which is currently only available as an injection, can be administered orally using a novel "robotic pill," according to a study presented Saturday ...

Compared with alendronate, teriparatide was associated with significantly greater pain reduction and better quality of life among postmenopausal women with osteoporosis. Teriparatide has a favorable ...