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Calcitriol – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: CALCITRIOL

Strength: 0.25 mcg | Form: Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 142.14

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Calcitriol

Class: | Vitamin D analog Use: | Management of hypocalcemia in patients with chronic kidney disease, hypoparathyroidism, and for the treatment of osteoporosis Adult dose: | 0.25 mcg to 0.5 mcg once daily; may be adjusted based on serum calcium levels Pediatric dose: | 0.01 mcg/kg/day (up to 0.5 mcg/day) for children with hypoparathyroidism; dosing may vary based on clinical condition Side effects: | Hypercalcemia, hyperphosphatemia, nausea, vomiting, constipation, weakness, headache Co

Drug Class

Vitamin D analog

Uses & Indications

Management of hypocalcemia in patients with chronic kidney disease, hypoparathyroidism, and for the treatment of osteoporosis

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light and moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Ranbaxy, U.S.A

Package Size

30's

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 142.14

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

0.25 mcg to 0.5 mcg once daily; may be adjusted based on serum calcium levels

Pediatric Dose

0.01 mcg/kg/day (up to 0.5 mcg/day) for children with hypoparathyroidism; dosing may vary based on clinical condition

Side Effects

Hypercalcemia, hyperphosphatemia, nausea, vomiting, constipation, weakness, headache

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypercalcemia, vitamin D toxicity, hypersensitivity to calcitriol or any component of the formulation

Important Warnings

Monitor serum calcium and phosphorus levels regularly; use with caution in patients with a history of kidney stones or cardiovascular disease; avoid use in patients with hypervitaminosis D

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Calcitriol available in UAE pharmacies:

CALCIJEX 1 mcg/ml Solution For Injection CALCIJEX 1 mcg/ml Solution For Injection CALCIJEX 2 mcg/ml Solution For Injection CALCIPHAR 1 mcg/ml Solution For Injection CALCITRIOL 0.25 mcg Capsules CALCITRIOL 0.25 mcg Tablets CALCITRIOL 0.5 mcg Capsules CALCITRIOL 1 mcg/ml Oral Solution CALCITRIOL 1 mcg/ml Preservative Free Solution for Intravenous Injection CALCITRIOL 1 mcg/ml Solution For Injection

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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