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Description
Rocaltrol (Calcitriol) is a vitamin D analog. It is typically used to treat calcium deficiency in people with hypoparathyroidism (decrease in production of parathyroid hormones by the parathyroid glands located in the neck) caused by surgery, disease, or other conditions. It may also have other uses.
Additional information
Rocaltrol (Calcitriol) is typically used once daily. However, your doctor or pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed. If you forget a dose, contact your pharmacist. Do not increase or decrease the amount of calcium in your diet without discussing the change with your doctor first. Ensure that you are drinking enough fluid. May be administered without regard to food. Administer with meals to reduce gastric (stomach) problems. WARNING: Monitor calcium levels closely with initiation of therapy and with dose adjustments, discontinue use promptly in patients who develop hypercalcemia (high blood calcium). Avoid abrupt dietary modifications (e.g., increased intake of dairy products) which may lead to hypercalcemia, adjust calcium intake if indicated and maintain adequate hydration. In addition to its desired action, Rocaltrol (Calcitriol) may cause some side effects, notably: It may cause hypercalcemia (high blood calcium), headache, skin rash. It may cause abdominal pain, nausea, urinary tract infection, high blood pressure. Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to calcitriol, other vitamin D analogues, or any component of the formulation, hypercalcemia (high blood calcium), vitamin D toxicity (state of an excess of vitamin D). Taking Rocaltrol (Calcitriol) during pregnancy may be harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use an effective contraceptive method. Pregnant women should not use this product. If you're planning a pregnancy or become pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your family doctor. A treatment with Rocaltrol (Calcitriol) requires regular monitoring by a doctor. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.Rocaltrol (Calcitriol)
Warning
Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your doctor or pharmacist. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.
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