Meditrol

Meditrol Capsules 30s: A Synthetic Vitamin D Analogue for Hypocalcemia.

Meditrol capsules 30s are a synthetic vitamin D analogue designed to help manage hypocalcemia in patients undergoing chronic renal dialysis. This medication aids in the proper absorption and use of calcium and phosphate in the body, which is crucial for maintaining strong bones and overall health.

How It Works

Dosage: The dosage of Meditrol capsules 30s is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. Your doctor may start you on a low dose and gradually increase it to find the best amount for you. It is essential to follow your doctor’s directions carefully and take the medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.

Dietary Recommendations: It is crucial to follow the diet recommended by your doctor to benefit from this medication and prevent serious side effects. Avoid taking other supplements or vitamins unless ordered by your doctor.

Medication Interactions: Certain medications can decrease the absorption of vitamin D. To avoid this, separate your doses of these medications from your doses of Meditrol as far as possible. If you are taking other medications, it may be easiest to take calcitriol at bedtime. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist about finding a good dosing schedule that works with all your medications.

Side Effects

Meditrol capsules 30s do not usually have side effects. However, your doctor may check your calcium and phosphate blood levels and adjust your dose if you experience any side effects. If you notice any of the following severe side effects, inform your doctor right away:

• Loss of appetite.
• Back/bone/joint/muscle pain.
• Constipation.
• Dry mouth.
• Eye pain/redness/sensitivity to light.
• Headache.
• Fast/slow/irregular heartbeat.
• Nausea/vomiting/diarrhea.
• Sleepiness.
• Stomach/abdominal pain.
• Increased thirst.
• Signs of kidney problems (such as a change in the amount of urine).
• Weakness.

A severe allergic reaction to Meditrol capsules 30s is unlikely but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a severe allergic reaction include rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, and trouble breathing.

Precautions

Before taking Meditrol capsules 30s, inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or other vitamin D products. This product may contain inactive ingredients that can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Also, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have high calcium levels, heart disease, kidney disease, or kidney stones.

Notify your doctor beforehand if you will be having surgery or will be confined to a chair/bed (immobile) for a long time. Being immobile for long periods increases your risk of side effects. Be sure to drink plenty of fluids unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor’s approval.

Some products that may interact with this drug include burosumab, cardiac glycosides (e.g., dixogin, digitalis), magnesium-containing medications (e.g., antacids, milk of magnesia), phosphate binders, vitamins/nutritional supplements (especially calcium and vitamin D), and drugs that can speed up the removal of calcitriol from your body (e.g., ketoconazole, phenobarbital, phenytoin).