Rocaltrol Overview

Rocaltrol Guide

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  • Summary
  • Why it is Prescribed
  • Brand Names
  • How it Works
  • Other Information
  • Other Uses
  • Overdose
  • Precautions
  • Possible Side Effects
  • Special Dietary Concerns
  • Storage Conditions

Why it is Prescribed

Calcitriol is a form of vitamin D that is used to treat and prevent low levels of calcium in the blood of patients whose kidneys or parathyroid glands (glands in the neck that release natural substances to control the amount of calcium in the blood) are not working normally. Low blood levels of calcium may cause bone disease. Calcitriol is in a class of medications called vitamins. It works by helping the body to use more of the calcium found in foods or supplements.


How it Works

Calcitriol comes as a capsule and a solution (liquid) to take by mouth. It usually is taken once a day or once every other day in the morning with or without food. Follow the directions on ...


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