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Calcivent Softgel Capsule is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Calcivent Softgel Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Calcivent Softgel Capsule is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Calcivent Softgel Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Calcivent Softgel Capsule is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Calcivent Softgel Capsule on the Kidneys?
Calcivent Softgel Capsule does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Calcivent Softgel Capsule on the Liver?
Calcivent Softgel Capsule is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Calcivent Softgel Capsule on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Calcivent Softgel Capsule for the heart.
Calcivent Softgel Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Calcivent Softgel Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Calcivent Softgel Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Calcivent Softgel Capsule has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Calcivent Softgel Capsule
Taking Calcivent Softgel Capsule with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Calcivent Softgel Capsule
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Calcivent Softgel Capsule with alcohol will be.
Calcivent Softgel Capsule 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.
Yes, Calcivent Softgel Capsule can be taken with diclofenac. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Calcivent Softgel Capsule 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, Calcivent Softgel Capsule can be taken with aspirin. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Calcivent Softgel Capsule along with aspirin if taken as directed by the doctor. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Calcivent Softgel Capsule does not cause high blood sugar (hyperglycemia). It has not been reported by the patients who are consuming this drug. If you notice high blood sugar levels after taking this drug, then discuss it with your doctor who might change the dosage of your current medications.
Yes, Calcivent Softgel Capsule can cause high calcium levels (hypercalcemia) if taken in more than the recommended doses. The normal levels of calcium are restored after discontinuation of this drug and not consuming calcium-containing products. Do not take this drug in more than the prescribed doses to avoid unpleasant side effects.
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