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Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml, Pack of 1 NASAL SPRAY
Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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Synonym :

CALCITONIN SALMON

Composition :

CALCITONIN-200IU

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Koye Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

NASAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

HYPOCALCEMIC AGENTS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

A-10, 3rd Floor, Art Guild House, Phoenix Market City Annexe, LBS Marg, Kurla (West), Mumbai - 400070
Other Info - CAL1718

Author Details

Bayyarapu Mahesh KumarDoctor badge

Written By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:47 AM IST

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FAQs

Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml contains Calcitonin, a human hormone that prevents bone breakdown and increases bone density (thickness).

If you have osteoporosis, avoid smoking, or try to quit. Tobacco use disrupts the mechanisms of bone turnover, resulting in reduced bone mass and bone mineral density (BMD), making bones prone to osteoporosis.

Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml contains Calcitonin, a hormone that regulates the calcium level in the blood. This hormone helps in bone formation and also helps the body to reverse bone loss. Due to this, the number of cells that damages bones become comparatively less; hence the bone damage is halted. Using Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml can increase bone formation by activation of the bone-forming cells.

Persons whose age is more than 45 years have low estrogen levels, females reaching menopause, too much consumption of alcohol, tobacco or caffeine, use of glucocorticoids and lack of calcium and vitamin D in foods are some of the factors that can increase the risk of osteoporosis.

Yes, Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml is used together with calcium and vitamin D to treat bone loss in women with postmenopausal osteoporosis who have been postmenopausal for at least five years. Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml inhibits the function of osteoclasts (bone breakdown), reducing bone resorption; thus, combining calcium and calcitonin could result in a positive bone balance.

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Alcohol

Caution

Consuming alcohol is not advisable; it affects how the body absorbs calcium and vitamin D, both of which are essential for good bone formation.

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml is intended for postmenopausal women only. So, it is not recommended for use in pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml is intended for postmenopausal women only. So, it is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

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Driving

Not applicable

Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml does not impact your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Limited information is available on the use of Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml in patients with liver disease. Inform your doctor before receiving the Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml if you have a history of liver impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

Limited information is available about using Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml in patients with liver disease. Inform your doctor before receiving the Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml if you have a history of liver impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Children

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Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml is intended for postmenopausal women only. So, it is recommended not to use it in children.

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Reference

  1. https://www.drugs.com/cdi/calcitonin-injection.html
  2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2017/020313s036lbl.pdf
  3. https://www.hormone.org/your-health-and-hormones/glands-and-hormones-a-to-z/hormones/calcitonin
  4. https://creakyjoints.org/diet-exercise/alcohol-and-osteoporosis/#:~:text=Alcohol%20consumption%20impacts%20how%20the,Boden.
  5. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2517743/#:~:text=Calcitonin%20(CT)%2C%20a%2032,2%2B%20excretion%20by%20the%20kidney.

About Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml

Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml belongs to groups of medications called hypocalcemic agents, primarily indicated for the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis in women more than five years postmenopause when alternative therapies are unsuitable. Post-menopausal osteoporosis is a medical condition that causes thinning and weakening of the bones during/after a menopausal period.

Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml contains Calcitonin, a human hormone that prevents bone breakdown and increases bone density (thickness). Thus it helps to treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.

Use Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml as prescribed by the doctor. Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml may cause certain side effects such as hypocalcemia, runny nose, nosebleed, sinus pain, application site reactions such as rhinitis (stuffy nose), epistaxis (nose bleeds) and other nasal symptoms, back pain, arthralgia (Joint pain) and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml is for intranasal use only, do not inject or take it orally. Before using Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml, inform your doctor of all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and all medications you are using. Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml is intended for post-menopausal women; therefore, Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml should not be recommended for other populations. Avoid drinking alcohol because it affects how the body absorbs calcium and vitamin D, which are essential for good bone formation.

Uses of Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml

Postmenopausal osteoporosis

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Medicinal Benefits

Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml contains Calcitonin, a calcitonin receptor agonist that prevents the loss of bones that happens after menopause and helps to rebuild bones. Calcitonin is a hormone that the C-cells in the thyroid gland produce and release. It opposes the parathyroid hormone's action, helping regulate the blood’s calcium and phosphate levels. Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml works by suppressing the activity of the osteoclasts (cells that break down bone). When the osteoclasts break down bone tissue, the calcium enters the bloodstream. Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml lessens the amount of calcium in the blood by preventing the breakdown of bone. Thereby, Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml strengthens the bones and minimizes the risk of fractures. Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml also seems to decrease the amount of calcium the kidneys can re-absorb, lowering calcium levels further.

Directions for Use

Insert the tip of the bottle into a nostril while closing the other nostril and spray towards the sides of the nostril. Keep your head straight and breathe gently. Repeat the same process for another nostril.

Side Effects of Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml

  • Rhinitis (stuffy nose)
  • Epistaxis (nose bleeds)
  • Application site reactions
  • Back pain
  • Arthralgia (joint pain)
  • Headache

Drug Warnings

Before using Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml, Inform your doctor about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and all medications you are using. Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml is intended for post-menopausal women; therefore, Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml should not be recommended for other populations. In rare situations, individuals using Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml may be affected with anaphylactic shock (a sudden, severe, life-threatening allergic reaction leading to difficulty breathing); if you encounter it, stop using Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml and contact your doctor immediately.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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calcitonin (salmon synthetic)Etelcalcetide
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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calcitonin (salmon synthetic)Etelcalcetide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml:
Etelcalcetide may decrease the calcium levels in the blood. Concomitant use with calcitonin may increase the risk of hypocalcemia, or low blood calcium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, calcitonin can be taken with etelcalcetide if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you notice symptoms of hypocalcemia like numbness or tingling around your mouth, muscle spasms, or mental changes (irritability, depression, psychosis). Do not discontinue using any medication without contacting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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CALCITONIN-200IUDisorders of mineral metabolism
Moderate
CALCITONIN-200IUDisorders of mineral metabolism
Moderate

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CALCITONIN-200IUDisorders of mineral metabolism
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml:
Calcium levels in the serum are reduced . Patients who already have hypocalcemia should use caution when administering calcium to prevent unwanted side effects. It is preferable to address hypocalcemia before beginning medication. A sufficient intake of calcium and vitamin D should be made sure during the course of treatment if calcitonin is used to promote bone mineral density, as in the case of osteoporosis

How to manage the interaction:
Calcitonin may cause hypocalcemic effects. Therefore, it should be administered cautiously to patients with preexisting hypocalcemia, since they may be particularly sensitive to these effects.
CALCITONIN-200IUDisorders of mineral metabolism
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Calnasal Nasal Spray 6 ml:
Prior to beginning medication, hypocalcemia and other abnormalities of mineral metabolism, such as vitamin D deficiency, should be corrected when calcitonin is used to treat osteoporosis. The body must have an adequate quantity of calcium and vitamin D for the necessary increase in bone mineral density to occur. When treating patients with these conditions with calcitonin salmon nasal spray, serum calcium and hypocalcemia symptoms should be kept under close observation. Throughout the course of treatment, it is important to ensure an adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D

How to manage the interaction:
In patients with mineral metabolism disorders, serum calcium and symptoms of hypocalcemia should be monitored during therapy. Appropriate intake of calcium and vitamin D should be ensured throughout the course of treatment.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LITHIUM
  • ETELCALCETIDE
  • FOSCARNET

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Hypocalcemia has been reported. Make sure you get enough calcium and vitamin D, as recommended by the doctor.
  • Nasal side effects, including severe ulceration, are possible. Nasal examinations should be done regularly.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Consume calcium-rich foods like milk, yoghurt, cheese, green leafy vegetables, fish with bones such as salmon, sardines, calcium-fortified cereals and orange juice.
  • Exposure to sunlight helps synthesise vitamin D, essential for strong bones and muscles.
  • Eating vitamin-D-rich foods such as egg yolks, salmon, oily fish like sardines, and mackerel.
  • Indulging in regular exercise to prevent bone loss. Activities include brisk walking, dancing, jogging, and strength training exercises like lifting weights and using weight machines or elastic bands.
  • Engaging in activities for stress relief, such as meditation and yoga.
  • Preserving a healthy weight eases pressure on the bones.
  • Taking medications if one is at risk for osteoporosis.
  • Quitting smoking and limiting alcohol consumption.

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