Manufacturer:

          Roche Rx

Contents:

          Calcitriol

Indications:

          Listed in Dosage.

Contraindications:

          Hypercalcaemia; evidence of vitamin D toxicity. Pregnancy (dose exceeding RDA). Lactation.

Special Precautions:

          Idiopathic hypercalcaemia. Pediatric doses must be individualised and monitored under close medical supervision. Coronary disease, renal function impairment and arteriosclerosis, especially in the elderly. Hypoparathyroidism.

Dosage:

          Adult: PO Hyperparathyroidism in renal failure 0.25 mcg/day or alternate day. May increase slowly. Hypoparathyroidism/pseudohypoparathyroidism 0.5-2 mcg once daily. Vit D-dependent rickets 0.015-0.02 mcg/kg/day. Maintenance: 0.03-0.06 mcg/kg/day. Max: 2 mcg/day. IV Hyperparathyroidism in dialysis patients 0.5-4 mcg 3 times/wk. Max: 8 mcg 3 times/wk. Hyperparathyroidism in renal failure 0.5 mcg 3 times/wk, may increase by 0.25-0.5 mcg at 2-4 wk intervals. Maintenance: 0.5-3 mcg 3 times/wk.

Class:

          Agents Affecting Bone Metabolism

Presentation/Packing:

          Rocaltrol capsule - Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg x 3 blisters x 10 capsules

Details:

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