Calcitrol 0.5mcg capsule

Calcitrol 0.5 mcg capsule represent prescription strength drug formulation containing fully synthesized form of Vitamin D3.

Appearance: According to particular manufacturer, Calcitrol 0.5 mcg soft gelatin capsules are normally dark orange or brown-orange, oblong or oval-shaped,

The contents of capsule contain the active substance in oily solution, for Calcitrol 0.5 mcg capsule in Pakistan example, medium chain triglycerides of fractionated coconut oil, along with antioxidants, like BHA and BHT. Capsule shell contains gelatin, glycerin, sorbitol,

Mechanism of action: calcitriol increases ability of organism to absorb calcium and regulates production of parathyroid hormone. The strength 0.5 mcg is usually used to treat.

Renal Osteodystrophy: bone disease and hypocalcemia in people with kidney insufficiency that requires hemo dialysis treatment.

Hyperparathyroidism: hypocalcemia caused by insufficient work of parathyroid glands (idiopathic, post-surgical or pseudo hypoparathyroidism).

Secondary Hyperparathyroidism: situation when body produces excessive amount of parathyroid hormone because of kidney disease.

Routine monitoring: due to high activity of calcitriol, routine blood testing is required to control levels of calcium, phosphorus, kidney function.

Dietary recommendations: patients have to follow strictly dietary recommendations issued by health care providers. Without doctor’s permission you should not take OTC calcium supplements, vitamins D and magnesium antacids, as they significantly increase chances of toxicity