Calcitriol + Clobetasol is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
|
| Geriatric |
|
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Calcitriol + Clobetasol is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Calcitriol + Clobetasol safe for pregnant women?
Calcitriol + Clobetasol may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Calcitriol + Clobetasol again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Calcitriol + Clobetasol safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Calcitriol + Clobetasol as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Calcitriol + Clobetasol on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Calcitriol + Clobetasol on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Calcitriol + Clobetasol on the Liver?
Calcitriol + Clobetasol does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Calcitriol + Clobetasol on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Calcitriol + Clobetasol for the heart.
Calcitriol + Clobetasol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Calcitriol + Clobetasol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Calcitriol + Clobetasol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Calcitriol + Clobetasol is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Calcitriol + Clobetasol
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Calcitriol + Clobetasol, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Calcitriol + Clobetasol
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Calcitriol + Clobetasol and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Calcitriol + Clobetasol is a brand name of calcitriol. It belongs to the class of drugs known as vitamin D analog. It is a prescription drug that is used in the management of hypoparathyroidism which is decreased levels of parathyroid hormone from the parathyroid gland and secondary hyperparathyroidism which is increased levels of parathyroid hormone (PTH) usually seen in patients with chronic renal failure. It is also used in the deficiency of calcium (hypocalcemia) associated with chronic renal dialysis and postmenopausal osteoporosis. It is used off-label for the treatment of vitamin D dependent rickets.
No, Calcitriol + Clobetasol is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Yes, Calcitriol + Clobetasol is helpful in the treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism (increased levels of parathyroid hormone) usually seen in patients with chronic renal failure. It works by decreasing the high parathyroid hormone (PTH) level in blood.
Yes, Calcitriol + Clobetasol can be taken with diclofenac. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Calcitriol + Clobetasol along with diclofenac if taken as directed by the doctor. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, long-term use of Calcitriol + Clobetasol can cause weight loss. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of weight loss is unknown. If you experience excessive weight loss after using this drug then discuss with your doctor without further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1276-1278
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 340-342
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Rocaltrol® (calcitriol)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Calcijex® (calcitriol)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Impoyz (clobetasol propionate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 895
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 369-370
