Calcitriol
= Prescription Required 
= Generic Equvalent
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Rocaltrol 0.5mcg Capsules
Calcitriol
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Rocaltrol 0.25mcg Capsules
Calcitriol
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Calcitriol Prescription Drug Information
Calcitriol (By mouth)
Calcitriol (kal-si-TRYE-ol)
Treats low blood calcium in kidney dialysis patients and other patients. Calcitriol is a form of vitamin D.
Brand Name(s):Rocaltrol
There may be other brand names for Calcitriol.
When Calcitriol Should Not Be Used:
You should not use Calcitriol if you have ever had an allergic reaction to vitamin D.
How to Use Calcitriol:
Liquid Filled Capsule, Liquid
- Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use and how often to use it.
- You may take Calcitriol with or without food.
- Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.
If a dose of Calcitriol is missed:
- If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose.
- Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
How to Store and Dispose of Calcitriol:
- Store the medicine at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
- Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
- Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid While Taking Calcitriol:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- If you are on dialysis, avoid magnesium-containing antacids (Maalox®, Mylanta®) while taking Calcitriol.
- You should not use vitamin supplements or other forms of vitamin D while taking calcitriol.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking chloestyramine (Questran®) before taking Calcitriol.
Warnings While Using Calcitriol:
- Check with your doctor before taking calcitriol if you are pregnant, breast feeding, or have any medical problems.
- If you are on dialysis, you may need to follow a special diet and take phosphate-binding medicine. Talk to your doctor about this.
- If you are not on dialysis, drink plenty of liquids.
Possible Side Effects While Using Calcitriol:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Nausea and vomiting, long-lasting headache, constipation, sleepiness and weakness.
- Irregular heartbeat.
- Seizures.
- Severe stomach pain.
- Bone pain.
- Cloudy or foaming urine.
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by Calcitriol, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
