Dicalec Alpha Tablets 1 Microgram (Alfacalcidol)

Adult dosage

Chronic renal failure and osteoporosis: Alfacalcidol, orally administered at a dose of 0.5 to 1 µg once daily. Hypoparathyroidism and other vitamin D metabolic disorders: This medication is administered orally at a dose of 1 to 4 µg once daily.

Children's dosage

Osteoporosis: Alfacalcidol, orally administered at a dose of 0.01 to 0.03 µg per kg of body weight once daily. Other conditions: This medication is administered orally at a dose of 0.05 to 0.1 µg per kg of body weight once daily.

This medication is a vitamin D derivative that helps regulate calcium and phosphorus levels in the blood. This medication should not be taken by patients with hypercalcemia, hyperphosphatemia, or hypermagnesemia. It should also be avoided if the product of calcium and phosphorus in the blood exceeds a certain value or if the blood becomes alkaline. People with symptoms of toxicity due to excessive vitamin D intake or allergies to this medication or its ingredients should not use this medication. Additionally, individuals with genetic issues such as lactose intolerance should refrain from taking this medication. During the use of this medication, caution should be exercised as it can be risky to take magnesium-containing preparations, other vitamin D preparations, calcium supplements, or specific diuretics together. If breastfeeding, the safety of this medication has not been established; it is advisable to avoid taking it, and if it must be taken, it is recommended to stop breastfeeding. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant must consult their doctor before use as it may be harmful to the fetus. It is essential for children, the elderly, patients taking specific medications, and those with a history of kidney stones or sarcoidosis to consult a professional before taking this medication. If any unusual symptoms arise while taking this medication, such as indigestion, nausea, headache, dizziness, blood pressure changes, kidney function abnormalities, skin rash, or eye problems, it is crucial to stop taking the medication and consult a professional immediately. Especially, regular checks on calcium levels in the blood should be carried out to keep them within the normal range. In cases of overdose, emergency measures such as inducing vomiting or gastric lavage may be necessary, and if kidney function is normal, intravenous therapy or medication may be required. This medication should be stored in a place away from direct sunlight, in a cool, dry place, and should be kept out of reach of children. To maintain quality, do not transfer it to another container, and avoid abuse and misuse.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, cough accompanied by abnormal breathing and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), general malaise, severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, significantly reduced urine output, severe systemic effects.

Mild side effects

• Loss of appetite
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• constipation
• gastrointestinal disturbances
• discomfort in the stomach
• abdominal bloating
• dyspepsia
• thirst

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. The storage temperature should be maintained at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White, round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle