Several reports demonstrate unexplained consequences of mutations on the expression of the different dystrophin isoforms and their balance. The most prominent example is found in some cases of X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy (XLDC).
In particular, calcitonin has the ability to decrease blood calcium levels at least in part by effects on two well-studied target organs: 1  Bone: Calcitonin suppresses resorption of bone by inhibiting the activity of osteoclasts, a cell type that digests bone matrix, releasing calcium and phosphorus into blood.
Serious side effects have been reported with liothyronine including the following: 1  Liothyronine can affect your blood sugar. 2  Liothyronine and other thyroid hormones should not be used for weight loss in patients with normal thyroid function. 3  Liothyronine can worsen heart problems.