Laretol Information
Laretol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Tablet, Capsule. Calcium Deficiency are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Laretol have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Laretol depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Laretol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Laretol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Laretol has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Laretol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Laretol related warnings section.
Laretol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Hypercalcemia, Arrhythmia are examples of such conditions.
Besides this, Laretol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Laretol is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Laretol Benefits & Uses
Laretol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Laretol Dosage & How to Take
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Laretol Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Laretol is used -
Laretol Related Warnings
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Is the use of Laretol safe for pregnant women?
Laretol can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Laretol, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Laretol safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Laretol.
Safe -
What is the effect of Laretol on the Kidneys?
Laretol is not harmful for kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Laretol on the Liver?
Laretol is not harmful for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Laretol on the Heart?
Laretol is not harmful for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Laretol with Other Drugs
Laretol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Laretol Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Laretol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Hypercalcemia
- Arrhythmia
Frequently asked Questions about Laretol
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Is this Laretol habit forming or addictive?
Laretol does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Laretol will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Laretol is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Safe -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Laretol in mental disorders is not effective.
No
Laretol Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Laretol
It is safe to take Laretol with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Laretol
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Laretol with alcohol.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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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)
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)
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)
