Asidol Soft Capsule 1 Microgram (Alfacalcidol)

Adult dose

Chronic renal failure, osteoporosis: Administer 0.5 to 1 micrograms of alphacalcidol orally once daily. Hypoparathyroidism, other diseases due to vitamin D metabolism disorders: Administer 1 to 4 micrograms of this medication orally once daily.

Child dose

Osteoporosis: Administer 0.01 to 0.03 micrograms of alphacalcidol per kg body weight orally once daily. Other diseases: Administer 0.05 to 0.1 micrograms of this medication per kg body weight orally once daily.

This medication should not be taken by patients with abnormally high levels of calcium, phosphorus, or magnesium in the blood. Patients with a high alkaline pH in the blood should also avoid this medication. Individuals with vitamin D overdose symptoms or allergic reactions to this medication should refrain from taking it. During the course of this medication, it is advisable not to take drugs containing magnesium, vitamin D or its derivatives, or calcium-containing medications. If you are breastfeeding, it is recommended to avoid taking this medication or to discontinue breastfeeding if possible. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should consult with a doctor before taking this medication, and children and the elderly should also be cautious when using it. Particularly, patients taking heart medications or those with a history of kidney stones should consult with a professional. During treatment, various symptoms related to hypercalcemia, such as dyspepsia, muscle cramps, headaches, and renal function abnormalities may occur and should be monitored closely. This medication poses a risk of complications due to elevated calcium and phosphorus levels in patients with impaired renal function, thus regular testing is necessary. Follow the prescribed dosage and dietary guidelines, and if symptoms of hypercalcemia appear, consult a professional immediately. In case of overdose, stop taking the medication immediately and seek appropriate emergency care, and confirm your condition through blood tests and electrocardiograms. This medication should be kept out of reach of children in a cool, dry place, avoiding direct sunlight. Additionally, to maintain quality, do not transfer to other containers and prevent misuse.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or breathing difficulties, asthma attacks, respiratory problems accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and very severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Loss of appetite
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• constipation
• stomach pain
• gastric discomfort
• abdominal bloating
• dyspepsia
• thirst

Drug interactions

Consult a physician or pharmacist when taking this medication with vitamin D and its derivatives, thiazide diuretics, digitalis, resin such as cholestyramine, laxatives like mineral oil, phenytoin, glucocorticoids, colestipol, sucralfate, aluminum-heavy antacids, estrogen (ethinyl estradiol, norethisterone), barbiturates, and antiepileptics.

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with magnesium-containing preparations or calcium-containing preparations.

This medication may be sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a light-blocking, sealed container. Additionally, when storing the medication, it is best to keep it at room temperature, neither too hot nor too cold.

Appearance

Yellow soft capsules containing a colorless, transparent emulsion

Package unit

60 capsules (10 capsules/PTP × 6), 120 capsules ((10 capsules/PTP × 6) × 2), 30 capsules/bottle, 90 capsules/bottle