Alpid Soft Capsule 0.5 Micrograms (Alfacalcidol)

Adult dose

Chronic renal failure and osteoporosis: Administer 0.5 to 1 ㎍ of Alfacalcidol orally once daily. Hypoparathyroidism and diseases due to other vitamin D metabolic disorders: Administer 1 to 4 ㎍ of this drug orally once daily.

Child dose

Osteoporosis: Administer 0.01 to 0.03 ㎍ per kg body weight of Alfacalcidol orally once daily. Other diseases: Administer 0.05 to 0.1 ㎍ per kg body weight of this drug orally once daily.

This medication should not be taken by patients with abnormally high levels of calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium in the blood. It is important not to take magnesium-containing medications or vitamin D-related preparations, calcium-containing medications, and certain diuretics while taking this drug. Women who are breastfeeding should avoid taking this drug since its safety has not been established; if it must be taken, discontinuing breastfeeding is preferable. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should consult a doctor before taking this medicine, as it may harm the fetus. Dosing for children and the elderly should be done cautiously, and patients taking certain medications should be careful due to potential interactions with this drug. During treatment, blood calcium levels and kidney function should be regularly checked, and if any abnormalities occur, the drug should be discontinued immediately, and a specialist consulted. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as vomiting, loss of appetite, nausea, headache, muscle cramps, and decreased kidney function may occur; if symptoms arise, discontinue use immediately and notify medical personnel. While taking this drug, it is important to manage calcium intake, be aware of the symptoms of hypercalcemia, and strictly adhere to the prescribed dosage and dietary guidelines. Store the drug in a cool, dry place out of reach of children, avoiding direct sunlight and not transferring it to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, cough with fever-associated respiratory abnormalities, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and very severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, consciousness confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Loss of appetite
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• constipation
• stomach ache
• discomfort in the stomach area
• abdominal bloating
• indigestion
• thirst

This medicine should be stored in an airtight container and kept at a temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This helps maintain the drug's effectiveness and prevents deterioration.

Appearance

Transparent brownish-yellow oval soft capsule containing a colorless to pale yellow transparent emulsion.

Package unit

Domestic use - 60 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP×6]