Alpha-Ki Soft Capsule 1 Microgram (Alfacalcidol)

Adult dose

Chronic renal failure and osteoporosis: 0.5 to 1 ㎍ of alfacalcidol orally once daily. Hypoparathyroidism and other diseases due to vitamin D metabolism disorders: 1 to 4 ㎍ of this medication orally once daily.

Child dose

Osteoporosis: 0.01 to 0.03 ㎍ of alfacalcidol per kg of body weight orally once daily. Other conditions: 0.05 to 0.1 ㎍ of this medication per kg of body weight orally once daily.

This medication should not be taken by individuals with excessively high levels of calcium and phosphorus in the blood. Additionally, it should be avoided by people with overly alkaline blood or those exhibiting symptoms of vitamin D overdose. If you have a known allergy to this medication or have previously shown hypersensitivity to any ingredient in it, you should not take this medication. During treatment, it is recommended not to use medications containing magnesium, vitamin D preparations, calcium supplements, or certain diuretics together. Particular caution is necessary due to the risk of developing hypermagnesemia or hypercalcemia. If you are breastfeeding or pregnant, consult with a doctor before taking this medication, and it is advisable to avoid taking it while breastfeeding if possible. Children, the elderly, patients on specific medications, and those with a history of kidney stones should consult a specialist before use. Regularly monitor serum calcium levels and kidney function during treatment, and if abnormalities are detected, discontinue use immediately and consult healthcare professionals. Overdose may cause symptoms such as vomiting, nausea, muscle cramps, headaches, and impaired kidney function, so caution is required. Store this medication away from direct sunlight, in a cool, dry place, and out of reach of children. Do not transfer this medication to other containers, and exercise caution to prevent misuse or abuse.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, peeling of skin, pain in mouth/eye membranes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough+fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), severe malaise, sudden and very severe headaches, thunderclap headaches, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination.

Mild side effects

• Anorexia
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• constipation
• stomach ache
• discomfort in the upper abdomen
• abdominal bloating
• indigestion
• thirst

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that blocks light. It is advisable to keep it at a temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This helps maintain its effectiveness and prevents degradation.

Appearance

An orange oval soft capsule containing a colorless or transparent oily solution.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP X 10]