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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
The following side effects have been reported for Calcitriol. Their order does not indicate how often an effect occurs.
adverse effects are
in general
similar to those encountered with excessive vitamin D intake
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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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