Calcitriol Soft Gelatin Capsule 1 Microgram (Alfacalcidol)

Adult dose

Chronic renal failure and osteoporosis: Administer 0.5–1 µg orally once a day as Alfacalcidol. Hypoparathyroidism, and diseases due to other vitamin D metabolism disorders: Administer 1–4 µg orally once a day as this medication.

Child dose

Osteoporosis: Administer 0.01–0.03 µg per kg body weight orally once a day as Alfacalcidol. Other diseases: Administer 0.05–0.1 µg per kg body weight orally once a day as this medication.

This medication should not be taken by patients with abnormally high levels of calcium, phosphorus, or magnesium in the blood. While taking this medication, it is important not to use magnesium-containing drugs, vitamin D or its derivatives, calcium-containing medications, and certain diuretics. Women who are breastfeeding should avoid taking this medication since it could be transmitted to the baby; if it must be taken, breastfeeding should be discontinued. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should take this medication cautiously after consulting a physician due to the potential risk of harm to the fetus. Children, elderly patients, those taking certain medications, and individuals with a history of kidney stones or specific allergies should consult with a healthcare professional before use. If symptoms such as vomiting, loss of appetite, headache, muscle spasms, renal dysfunction, or skin rash occur while taking this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Regularly monitor blood calcium levels during treatment to prevent side effects from overdose, and carefully manage calcium intake. Store this medication away from direct sunlight and in a cool, dry place, ensuring it is kept out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

Loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, discomfort in the stomach, abdominal bloating, indigestion, thirst, oral discomfort, polydipsia, pancreatitis, metallic taste, muscle cramps in the legs, headache, heaviness in the head, insomnia, anxiety, weakness, fatigue, dizziness, numbness, drowsiness, heartburn, shoulder stiffness, presbycusis, tinnitus, decrement in cognitive and mnemonic ability, organic mental disorder, consciousness disturbance, back pain, mild hypertension, palpitations,

This medication may be sensitive to light, so it should be stored in opaque containers. Additionally, it is recommended to store it at a cool room temperature, between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the drug's effectiveness and prevent degradation.

Appearance

Orange oval soft gelatin capsules containing a colorless or clear oily substance

Package unit

Bottle - 30 capsules/bottle, Bottle - 100 capsules/bottle, PTP - 100 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP x 10]