category
Supplements
composition
This drug contain Alfacalcidol 0.00025 mg.
workings
Alfacalcidol is a dietary supplement that treats low levels of calcium and phosphate in the blood.,,Alfacalcidol is an analogue of Vitamin D.
usage
Osteomalacia (Rickets),,Vitamin D deficiency,,Hypoparathyroidism,,Renal Osteodystrophy,,Hyperparathyroidism,,Hypocalcaemia.
directions
Alfacalcidol 0.00025 mg is a form of 'Vitamins' and it is used to treat low blood calcium and phosphate levels.,,Alfacalcidol is used to treat Vitamin D deficiency, renal osteodystrophy,,hyperparathyroidism,,hypoparathyroidism,,hypocalcaemia: low levels of calcium,,rickets or osteomalacia.
side effects
Weakness,,Fatigue,,Sleepiness,,Headache,,Loss of appetite,,Dry mouth,,Metallic taste,,Nausea,,Vomiting.
warnings
Warning : Consult your doctor if you have medical history any heart/kidney/liver/blood vessel diseases,,sarcoidosis,,kidney stones,,Higher doses of Vitamin D.
interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Alfacalcidol is may interact with other vitamin D supplements,, antacids: that contain Aluminium,,heart-related drugs :digoxin,,blood pressure medicines:Diltiazem,verapamil,,diuretics: chlorothiazide,hydrochlorothiazide,indapamide,metolazone,chlorthalidone.
Drug-Food Interaction: During intake of alfacalcidol please avoid the intake of caffeine,,soft drinks & alcohol that inhibit calcium absorption.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Alfacalcidol is may contraindicated in hypercalcaemia,,hypervitaminosis D,,malabsorption syndrome,,Vitamin D toxicity,,heart/kidney/liver/blood vessel diseases,,kidney stones,,sarcoidosis,,diabetes.
contraindications
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
other
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for baby and if you have a breast feeding baby , but should be taken only after consulting a doctor.
storage
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from sunlight and moisture.
directions use
Swallow the tablets/capsule whole, do not crush or chew.,,Follow your doctor's instructions for adjusting your dose.