Cinacalcet



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  • Contains / Salt: Cinacalcet


Cinacalcet Information



Cinacalcet Benefits & Uses

Cinacalcet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Cinacalcet 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
  • Disease: Hyperparathyroidism
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Hyperparathyroidism
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Cinacalcet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cinacalcet is used -

Moderate

Mild

Unknown

  • Itching or burning
  • Convulsion
  • Stomach Upset
  • Tingling Sensation

Cinacalcet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cinacalcet safe for pregnant women?


    No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Cinacalcet in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Cinacalcet safe during breastfeeding?


    Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Cinacalcet for breastfeeding women are not known.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Cinacalcet on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Cinacalcet on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Cinacalcet on the Liver?


    Cinacalcet may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Cinacalcet on the Heart?


    Cinacalcet may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Cinacalcet with Other Drugs

Cinacalcet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Cinacalcet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cinacalcet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Cinacalcet

  • Is this Cinacalcet habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Cinacalcet has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cinacalcet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Cinacalcet should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Cinacalcet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Cinacalcet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Cinacalcet


    Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Cinacalcet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Cinacalcet


    Information about the interaction of Cinacalcet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sensipar® (cinacalcet)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 338-339

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 320-321



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