⚖️ Thyroid & HormonalOral
Calcitriol
Calcitriol
Predialysis Patients Calcitriol is indicated in the management of secondary hyperparathyroidism and resultant metabolic bone disease in patients with moderate to severe chronic.
Form
Oral
Uses
2
Side effects
3
Category
Thyroid
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What is Calcitriol used for?
- In children, the creatinine clearance value must be corrected for a surface area of 1.73 square meters.
- A serum iPTH level of >= 100 pg/mL is strongly suggestive of secondary hyperparathyroidism.
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Calcitriol side effects
Common side effects of Calcitriol include:
adverse effects are
in general
similar to those encountered with excessive vitamin D intake
CommonModerateLess common
03
Calcitriol warnings & precautions
- WARNINGS Overdosage of any form of vitamin D is dangerous (see OVERDOSAGE ).
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Frequently asked questions
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