Information about Calcitriol

Generic Name : Calcitriol
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Calcitriol are provided here.

Pronunciation : KAL-si-TRYE-ol

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Calcitriol, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

Trade Names/Brand Names of Calcitriol

India :

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International :

Rocaltrol

Why is Calcitriol Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a synthetic vitamin D analog, prescribed for hypocalcemia in patients undergoing chronic renal dialysis. It helps proper absorption and use of calcium and phosphate in the body.

When should Calcitriol not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with vitamin D toxicity and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Calcitriol?

PO- The recommended initial dose is 1 mcg (0.02 mcg/kg) to 2 mcg administered three times weekly, approximately every other day.

How should Calcitriol be taken?

It comes as a tablet and capsule to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Calcitriol?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart, kidney disease, kidney stones, hardening of the arteries, high phosphate level in the blood, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid excess dosage.

• It may lead to dehydration, drink enough fluid.

What are the side effects of Calcitriol?

Central Nervous System - Weakness, headache, sensory disturbances, muscle weakness, mood changes and drowsiness.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, constipation, metallic taste, loss of appetite, abdominal pain or stomach pain.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle pain and bone pain.
Genitourinary - Nighttime urination, frequent urination, urinary tract infection and Blood urea nitrogen.
Metabolic - Weight loss, increased thirst, dehydration, increased fat in blood and elevated liver enzymes.
Eye and ENT - Eye inflammation and photophobia.
Heart - High blood pressure and abnormal heart rhythm.
Central Nervous System - Muscle weakness and mood changes.

What are the other precautions for Calcitriol?

• Patients with kidney disease should consult a nephrologist before drinking plenty of liquid.
• Monitor serum calcium levels to avoid the risk of hypercalcemia.
• Special diet should be followed while taking calcitriol
• Patients on dialysis requires low phosphate diet