CALCITRIOL DESCRIPTION

Rocaltrol (calcitriol) - Capsules

Rocaltrol is a form of vitamin D used to treat low calcium levels in your blood. It may also be used to treat osteoporosis or other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Rocaltrol (calcitriol) - Capsules

Rocaltrol is a form of vitamin D used to treat low calcium levels in your blood. It may also be used to treat osteoporosis or other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Where Can I order Calcitriol From? Can I buy Calcitriol at Canadian Prices?

Yes, if you are from the U.S. then you can buy Calcitriol at Canadian prices. Currently we will only accept an order for Calcitriol from U.S. and Canadian residents. Both U.S. and Canadian residents require a prescription to purchase Calcitriol and when you order Calcitriol it will be delivered with express shipping.

Why is Calcitriol prescribed?

Calcitriol is a synthetic form of vitamin D used to treat people on dialysis who have hypocalcemia (abnormally low blood calcium levels) and resulting bone damage. Calcitriol is also prescribed to treat low blood calcium levels in people who have hypoparathyroidism (decreased functioning of the parathyroid glands). When functioning correctly, these glands help control the level of calcium in the blood.

Calcitriol is also prescribed for hyperparathyroidism (increased functioning of the parathyroid glands) and resulting bone disorders in people with kidney disease who are not yet on dialysis.

Most important fact about Calcitriol

While you are taking Calcitriol, your doctor may want you to follow a special diet or take calcium supplements. This is an important part of your therapy. On the other hand, too high a calcium level can be harmful. If you are already taking any medications containing calcium or calcium supplements, make sure you doctor knows about it.

How should you take Calcitriol?

Be sure to get enough fluids and avoid dehydration while taking Calcitriol. --If you miss a dose...If you take 1 dose every other day, and you remember before the next day, take the forgotten dose immediately, then go back to your regular schedule. If you do not remember until the next day, take the dose immediately, skip a day, then go back to your regular schedule. If you take 1 dose every day, take it as soon as you remember. Then go back to your regular schedule. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the dose you missed and go back to your regular schedule. If you take Calcitriol more than once a day, take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once. --Storage instructions...

Keep capsules and oral solution away from heat and light.

What Calcitriol side effects may occur?

Calcitriol Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Calcitriol.

More common Calcitriol side effects occurring early may include:
Bone pain, constipation, dry mouth, extreme sleepiness, headache, loss of appetite, metallic taste, muscle pain, nausea, vomiting, weakness

More common Calcitriol side effects occurring later may include:
Abnormal thirst, apathy, arrested growth, decreased sex drive, dehydration, elevated blood cholesterol levels, excessive urination, extremely high body temperature, high blood pressure, inflamed eyes, intolerance to light, irregular heartbeat, itchy skin, kidney problems, loss of appetite, nighttime urination, runny nose, sensory disturbances, urinary tract infections, wasting of muscles or other tissues, weight loss, yellowish skin

Rare Calcitriol side effects may include:
Hives, mental disturbances, skin eruptions, swelling of mouth and lips

Excessive amounts of Vitamin D may cause abnormally high calcium levels in the blood.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Calcitriol

If Calcitriol is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Calcitriol with the following:
Antacids containing magnesium, such as Maalox
Calcium supplements
Cholestyramine (Questran)
Digitalis (Lanoxin)
Ketoconazole (Nizoral)
Phenobarbital
Phenytoin (Dilantin)
Steroid medications such as prednisone
Thiazide water pills such as Dyazide and HydroDIURIL
Vitamin D pills

Special Calcitriol information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

The effects of Calcitriol during pregnancy have not been adequately studied. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. Pregnant women should use Calcitriol only if the possible benefit outweighs any possible risk to the unborn baby.

Calcitriol may appear in breast milk. Because it may affect a nursing infant, you should not use Calcitriol while you are breastfeeding.

Recommended Calcitriol dosage

ADULTS

For People on Dialysis The suggested beginning dose is 0.25 microgram daily. Your doctor may increase the dose by 0.25 microgram daily at 4 to 8 week intervals if needed. Most people on dialysis require a dose of 0.5 to 1 microgram a day. People with normal or only slightly low blood calcium levels may find it helpful to take 0.25 microgram every other day. For Low Calcium Levels Due to Hypoparathyroidism The suggested beginning dose is 0.25 microgram daily, taken in the morning. Your doctor may increase the dose at 2 to 4 week intervals. For most adults, regular doses ranging from 0.5 to 2 micrograms daily are effective. For People Not Yet on Dialysis The recommended starting dose is 0.25 microgram a day, increased to 0.5 microgram if necessary.

CHILDREN

For Low Calcium Levels Due to Hypoparathyroidism The starting dose is 0.25 microgram, taken in the morning. For most children 6 years and older, doses ranging from 0.5 to 2 micrograms per day are effective. Children from 1 to 5 years old are usually given 0.25 to 0.75 microgram a day. Doses have not been established for hypoparathyroidism in infants under 1 year, or for pseudohypoparathyroidism (a special form of the disorder) in children under 6. For Children not yet on Dialysis The recommended starting dose for children 3 years and older is 0.25 microgram a day, increased to 0.5 microgram if necessary.

For children less than 3 years old, the daily starting dose is 10 to 15 nanograms per 2.2 pounds of body weight.

Calcitriol Overdosage

Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. Severe overdosage of Calcitriol may cause serious effects, such as extremely high blood levels of calcium. Warning signs include the symptoms listed under early side effects. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical help immediately.

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