Alfacalcidol- Side effect(s)

Read the side effects of Alfacalcidol as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Gastrointestinal - Loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and increased thirst.

Central Nervous System - Headache, fainting and lack of energy.

Skin - Increased sweating, itching, rash and hives.

Genitourinary: - Increased urination, kidney impairment, and excessive urinary calcium excretion.

Other Precautions : * Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Alfacalcidol

Alfacalcidol related to vitamin D used as a supplementation for treating vitamin D deficiencies such as osteomalacia and rickets. It helps to treat low calcium level in the blood and bone disorders caused by parathyroid disease and kidney failure.
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Drug Name : Alfacalcidol

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