Colitrol 0.25 mcg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Calcitriol |
| Company | Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title and Description
- Colitrol Calcium Supplement Capsules
- Calcitriol for Osteoporosis and Renal Osteodystrophy
- Vitamin D3 Metabolite for Bone Health
Categories
- Medical/Healthcare
- Vitamin and Mineral Supplements
- Pharmaceuticals
Indications
- Post-menopausal osteoporosis
- Renal osteodystrophy
- Postsurgical hypoparathyroidism
- Idiopathic hypoparathyroidism
- Pseudohypoparathyroidism
- Secondary hyperparathyroidism
- Vitamin D dependent rickets
Pharmacology
- Active metabolite of vitamin D3
- Promotes intestinal absorption of calcium
- Regulates bone mineralization
- Stimulates osteoblastic activity
Dosage and Administration
- Optimal daily dose based on serum calcium level
- Different doses for different conditions like osteoporosis, renal osteodystrophy, hypoparathyroidism, and rickets
- Intravenous initial dose depending on severity of hypocalcemia
Interaction
- Thiazide diuretics increases risk of hypercalcemia
- Careful dosing with digitalis use
- Avoid magnesium-containing drugs
- Interacts with other medications
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to ingredients
- Diseases associated with hypercalcemia
Side Effects
- Early side effects like weakness, headache, nausea
- Late side effects like polyuria, anorexia, weight loss
- Occasional mild pain on injection
Pregnancy and Lactation
- No evidence of teratogenicity
- Use during pregnancy with caution
- Monitoring serum calcium in mother and infant during breastfeeding
Precautions and Warnings
- Excessive dosage induces hypercalcemia and hypercalciuria
- Cautious use in patients on digitalis
- Appropriate titration downward on discontinuation
- Avoid other vitamin D derivatives during treatment
Use in Special Populations
- Specific dosage recommendations for pediatric, adult, and elderly patients
Overdose Effects
- Can cause hypercalcemia, hypercalciuria, and hyperphosphatemia
- Treatment of hypercalcemia involves discontinuation of therapy and low calcium diet
Therapeutic Class
- Vitamin in bone formation
- Vitamin-D preparations
Storage Conditions
- Store in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children
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