Calbotol0.25mcg+252mg
Rx- Generic:
- Calcitriol + Calcium
- Company:
- Square Pharmaceuticals PLC.
- Dosage form:
- Tablet
- Pack size:
- Box (30 Tablet)
৳ 13/unit
Pack: ৳ 390
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- ৳ 13
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- ৳ 6
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At a glance
Calcitriol + Calcium is a combination tablet used in the treatment of osteoporosis, hypoparathyroidism, hypocalcaemia, osteomalacia, rickets, renal osteodystrophy, and chronic kidney dialysis. It replenishes calcium deficiency and improves bone health.
Indications
- Osteoporosis
- Hypoparathyroidism
- Hypocalcaemia
- Osteomalacia
- Rickets
- Renal osteodystrophy
- Chronic kidney dialysis
Dosage
Adults: 1-4 tablets daily (depending on clinical condition), with or without food, or as directed by the registered physician.
Hyperparathyroidism in renal failure: 0.25 mcg/day or alternate day; may increase slowly.
Hypoparathyroidism/Pseudohypoparathyroidism: 0.5-2 mcg once daily.
Vitamin D-dependent rickets: 0.015-0.02 mcg/kg/day (initial); 0.03-0.06 mcg/kg/day (maintenance). Max: 2 mcg/day.
Note: Dose must be individualized based on serum calcium levels.
Side effects
Calcium-related side effects: Anorexia, constipation, flatulence, nausea, vomiting, hypercalcemia, hypophosphatemia, xerostomia, acid rebound, milk-alkali syndrome, coma, confusion, delirium, headache, lethargy.
Calcitriol-related side effects: Abdominal pain, apathy, increased BUN/creatinine, cardiac arrhythmia, constipation, dry mouth, dehydration, growth suppression, headache, hyperthermia, hypercalcemia, hypercholesterolemia, hypermagnesemia, hyperphosphatemia, hypertension, decreased libido, metallic taste, muscle/bone pain, nocturia, pruritus, psychosis, somnolence, weakness.
Precautions & warnings
- Caution in idiopathic hypercalcemia.
- Caution in coronary disease, renal impairment, and arteriosclerosis (especially in elderly).
- Caution in hypoparathyroidism.
- Pediatric doses must be individualized and monitored under close medical supervision.
- Caution in hypercalcemia, malabsorption syndrome, heart disease, kidney disease, kidney stones, sarcoidosis, liver disease, Crohn's disease.
- Risk of hypercalcemia with thiazide diuretics or excessive vitamin D.