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Calcitriol is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Calcitriol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Calcitriol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Calcitriol is used -
Mild
Is the use of Calcitriol safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Calcitriol. It is best to stop taking Calcitriol immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Calcitriol safe during breastfeeding?
Calcitriol is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Calcitriol on the Kidneys?
Calcitriol does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Calcitriol on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Calcitriol on the liver.
What is the effect of Calcitriol on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Calcitriol for the heart.
Calcitriol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Calcitriol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Calcitriol habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Calcitriol.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Calcitriol since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Calcitriol is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Calcitriol for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Calcitriol
Taking Calcitriol with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Calcitriol
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Calcitriol.
Usually Calcitriol is given for 2 - 4 weeks which may vary from case to case basis depending on the age, gender, and diagnosis of the patient. You are advised take it as per your doctor's advice. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed as an excess of Calcitriol can also cause hypervitaminosis D which is high levels of vitamin D in our body that can lead to unpleasant side effects such as high blood pressure, increased heart rate, and fatigue.
Rarely, Calcitriol cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Calcitriol can cause metallic taste by altering the taste bud on the tongue. It is the common side effect of this drug. This effect goes away after discontinuation of the drug. If it persists even after the discontinuation of the drug, then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Calcitriol is a steroid which contains calcitriol that belongs to the class of drugs known as vitamin D3 analog. It should not be confused with the anabolic-androgenic steroid that is used by some bodybuilders without prescription to build muscle mass.
Yes, Calcitriol can be taken with ibuprofen. No clinical meaningful interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Calcitriol along with ibuprofen if taken as directed by the doctor. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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