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Teriparatide (Forteo)

M.D. Anderson Cancer Center · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Teriparatide is a recombinant parathyroid hormone analog that stimulates osteoblasts to increase bone formation and remodeling.

Teriparatide is a recombinant parathyroid hormone analog that stimulates osteoblasts to increase bone formation and remodeling. Used for Osteoporosis in postmenopausal women at high risk for fracture, Osteoporosis in men at high risk for fracture, Glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis.

At a glance

Generic nameTeriparatide (Forteo)
Also known asForteo, PTH, Parathyroid Hormone, FORTEO
SponsorM.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Drug classParathyroid hormone analog
TargetPTH1 receptor (parathyroid hormone 1 receptor)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaEndocrinology / Bone Metabolism
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Teriparatide mimics the action of endogenous parathyroid hormone (PTH) by binding to PTH1 receptors on osteoblasts, promoting bone cell proliferation and differentiation. This leads to increased bone turnover with a net gain in bone mass, particularly in trabecular bone. Unlike other osteoporosis agents that primarily inhibit bone resorption, teriparatide actively stimulates new bone formation.

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