| What is Calcitriol?
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Calcitriol is used to treat people on dialysis who have hypocalcemia, hypoparathyroidism,
and for hyperparathyroidism. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Calcitriol?
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Calcitriol side effects may include bone pain, constipation, dry mouth, extreme sleepiness, headache, loss of appetite, metallic taste, muscle pain, nausea, vomiting,
and weakness.
If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. |
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| How is Calcitriol taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Calcitriol provided by your doctor. Be sure to get enough fluids and avoid dehydration while taking
Calcitriol. If you miss a dose and 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
two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Calcitriol with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Calcitriol. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining
Calcitriol with antacids containing magnesium, calcium supplements,
cholestyramine, digitalis, ketoconazole, phenobarbital, phenytoin, steroid medications,
thiazide water pills, or vitamin D pills. |
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| How should I store Calcitriol?
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Store Calcitriol at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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