Alfacalcidol
Recommendation;What is it for?
It is indicated to treat osteoporosis, renal bone disease, low or high functioning of the parathyroid gland and rickets related to problems in the absorption and fixation of calcium in the bones.
Dosage
How to use?
The starting dose is 1 mcg daily in adults or 0.5 mcg in elderly patients, or in the treatment of osteoporosis. The following doses must be adjusted by the doctor in order to avoid an excessive increase in calcium in the blood, which can be harmful to the functioning of the body.
Side effects
What harm can it cause me?
The most common side effects are colic, change in liver or pancreas blood test values, weight loss, bone pain, abnormal heartbeat, constipation, drowsiness, loss of taste, fever, headache, high blood pressure or vomiting.
Contraindications
When should I not use it?
It should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding and in people who are allergic to any component of the formula. It also cannot be used in case of an increase in calcium, phosphate and magnesium in the blood.
Mechanism of action
How it works?
Alfacalcidol is a substance similar to vitamin D and therefore helps to fix calcium and prevent damage to bones.
Warnings and Precautions
What should I know before using?
During treatment, blood calcium levels should be checked at least twice a week.
overdose
What to do if someone uses a larger amount than indicated?
In case of ingestion of a higher dose than indicated, symptoms related to an increase in calcium in the blood may appear, namely, tiredness, muscle weakness, vertigo, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, severe abdominal pain. , muscle pain and itching. If these symptoms appear, you should go to the hospital urgently and consult your doctor immediately.
Composition
Each capsule contains:
Alphacalcidol ________________________ 0.25 mcg or 1 mcg
Receiving _________________________________ capsule
(Excipients:butylhydroxyanisole, butylhydroxytoluene, racealphatocopherol acetate, anhydrous citric acid, ethyl alcohol, peanut oil).