Calcitriol: how to take it safely
Rocaltrol
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Treats low calcium, kidney bone disease and low parathyroid hormone by acting like active vitamin D.
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- Swallow the capsule with water.
When to take it
Take it once a day, in the morning.
Take it with
With or without food.
What to avoid
- Extra calcium and vitamin D supplements unless your doctor says so.
- Antacids containing magnesium.
- Taking more than prescribed.
- Missing your blood tests.
Possible side effects
Nausea, constipation, headache, thirst.
Get help if
Signs of high calcium (thirst, vomiting, constipation, confusion, muscle weakness, passing a lot of urine): stop it and see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.