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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule is used to treat low blood calcium levels. It contains Calcitriol, which raises Vitamin D levels and thereby increases calcium levels in the blood. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, mood changes, weakness, tiredness, and headache. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

CALCITRIOL-0.25MCG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Abbott India Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule

Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called 'vitamin D metabolites' primarily used to treat low blood calcium levels. Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body, such as osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels). Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule can also be given to pregnant, nursing, and postmenopausal women to ensure that they are getting enough calcium. Additionally, Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule is used to treat hyperparathyroidism (overactive parathyroid glands) and metabolic bone disease in people with chronic kidney disease, surgery, or other conditions.

Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule contains Calcitriol (Vitamin D3); it is used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It is an essential nutrient to maintain bone formation and maintenance. Calcitriol is a synthetic version of Vitamin D3 and treats calcium deficiency with hypoparathyroidism (the parathyroid gland's decreased activity) and metabolic bone diseases in people with chronic kidney failure. It raises Vitamin D levels and thereby increases calcium levels in the blood. This helps in improving the absorption rate of calcium from the intestine.

Take Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to take Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule can cause side effects like constipation, stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, mood changes, weakness, tiredness, fast or pounding heartbeat, bone/muscle pain, and headache. Most of these side effects of Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule or its inactive components, please inform your doctor. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule . Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule may pass into the breast milk. Hence, breastfeeding mothers need to seek medical advice before starting Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule . Do not take Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule if you have hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food). Inform your doctor if you have any heart/kidney/liver/blood vessel diseases, kidney stones, sarcoidosis (growth of inflammatory cells in different parts of the body), Crohn's disease (inflammatory bowel disease), Whipple's disease (bacterial infection affecting joints and digestive system), achlorhydria (little or no stomach acid), low levels of bile, and phosphate imbalance.

Uses of Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule

Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule is used to treat Osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), Osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), Hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and Latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels).

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Oral Suspension/syrup: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Medicinal Benefits

Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body, such as osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels). Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule can also be given to pregnant, nursing, and postmenopausal women to ensure that they are getting enough calcium. Additionally, Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule is used to treat hyperparathyroidism (overactive parathyroid glands) and metabolic bone disease in people with chronic kidney disease, surgery, or other conditions.

How Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule Works

Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule contains Calcitriol (Vitamin D3); it is used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It is an essential nutrient to maintain bone formation and maintenance. Calcitriol is a synthetic version of Vitamin D3 and treats calcium deficiency with hypoparathyroidism (the parathyroid gland's decreased activity) and metabolic bone diseases in people with chronic kidney failure. It raises Vitamin D levels and thereby increases calcium levels in the blood. This helps in improving the absorption rate of calcium from the intestine.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
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Side Effects of Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule

  • Hypercalcaemia (high calcium levels in the blood)
  • Loss of appetite
  • Weight loss
  • Feeling sick
  • Being sick
  • Headache and feeling sluggish
  • Drowsy or weak
  • Stomach pain or discomfort
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Rash

What if I have taken an overdose of Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include feeling tired, difficulty thinking clearly, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, increased thirst, increased urination, weight loss, weakness, headache, upset stomach, dry mouth, muscle or bone pain, metallic taste in the mouth, difficult or painful urination, changes in vision, hallucination (seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist), fever or chills, stomach pain, pale/fatty stools, yellowing of the skin or eyes, runny nose, decreased sexual desire, and irregular heartbeat. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Before taking Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule , inform your doctor if you are undergoing hemodialysis due to kidney problems and have a stent in the heart. Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule may alter calcium levels, so it is recommended to monitor calcium levels in the blood and urine regularly. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice fever, increased thirst and urination, dehydration, bedwetting, constipation, and stomach pain, as they may sign very high calcium levels in your blood. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule . Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule may pass into the breast milk. Hence, breastfeeding mothers need to seek medical advice before starting Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule . Do not take Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule if you have hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food).

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CalcitriolParicalcitol
Severe
CalcitriolBurosumab
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CalcitriolParicalcitol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of Paricalcitol and Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects related to excessive calcium levels in the blood and urine.

How to manage the interaction:
Concomitant use of Paricalcitol with Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of vitamin D intoxication such as weakness, fatigue, headache, vertigo, drowsiness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, dry mouth, metallic taste, muscle pain, bone pain, muscle incoordination, and low muscle tone. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CalcitriolBurosumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's and Burosumab may cause increases in phosphorus and vitamin D levels in the blood, which may lead to an increased risk of kidney stones.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's and Burosumab, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms like kidney stones, it's important to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CalcitriolErgocalciferol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of Ergocalciferol and Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects related to increased calcium levels in the blood and urine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ergocalciferol with Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of vitamin D intoxication such as weakness, fatigue, headache, vertigo, drowsiness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, dry mouth, metallic taste, muscle pain, bone pain, muscle incoordination, and low muscle tone. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CalcitriolCarbamazepine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's with Carbamazepine may decrease the effects of Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's can be taken with Carbamazepine if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
CalcitriolMetolazone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of Metolazone with Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's can cause blood calcium levels to become too high.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's can be taken with metolazone if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, weakness, lethargy, headache, nausea, vomiting, or seizures. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CalcitriolCalcifediol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of Calcifediol and Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects related to increased calcium levels in the blood and urine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's with Calcifediol can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms, such as irregular heart rhythm, seizures, it's important to call a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CalcitriolFosphenytoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's:
Taking Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's with Fosphenytoin can reduce the levels and efficacy of Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's with Fosphenytoin together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice any symptoms of sudden dizziness, weakness, chest pain or pressure, abnormal body movements, uncontrollable eye movements, itching, burning, or tingling sensation, it's important to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CalcitriolOrlistat
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of Orlistat with Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's may reduce the levels of Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's which can lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's can be taken with Orlistat when prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CalcitriolColecalciferol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of Cholecalciferol and Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between colecalciferol and Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CalcitriolRifapentine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of Rifapentine with Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's may decrease the effects of Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's can be taken with Rifapentine if prescribed by the doctor. The doctor may recommend dose adjustment or special tests to use both medicines safely. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include dairy products like milk, yoghurt, cheese, or milk-based custard in your diet.
  • Eat a serving of broccoli, cabbage, bok choy, spinach, and other green leafy vegetables daily.
  • Snack on calcium-rich nuts like Brazil nuts or almonds.
  • Sprinkle sesame seeds over your food, vegetables, and salads. Sesame seeds are high in calcium.
  • Avoid or reduce the intake of caffeine, soft drinks, and alcohol that inhibit calcium absorption.
  • Replace the meat with tofu or tempeh for extra calcium in your food.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

MULTIMINERALS

Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
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    23.94per tablet
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    13.59per tablet
  • Actived 0.25 mcg Tablet 30's

    9.90per tablet
  • Calcit SG Capsule 10's

    12.20per tablet
  • Calci Capsule 10's

    by AYUR

    12.51per tablet
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Alcohol

Caution

Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; hence, it is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Use higher doses of Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule during pregnancy than the daily dietary allowance only when the doctor advises. Calcitriol in higher doses may harm the fetus. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before prescribing Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule if you are breastfeeding. Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule can pass into the breast milk. If Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule is used during breastfeeding, please monitor the mother and the infant's serum calcium levels.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule may not affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Before taking $ name, let your doctor know if you have any history of liver disease. Hepatic impairment/liver disease can alter the metabolic and therapeutic activity of certain Vitamin D forms.

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Kidney

Caution

It is advised to seek a doctor's advice before starting Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule if you have kidney diseases like kidney stones or are undergoing dialysis. Calcitriol in Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule increases inorganic phosphate levels in serum; hence, caution should be taken in patients undergoing dialysis to maintain adequate phosphorus levels and avoid ectopic calcification (calcium deposition).

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Children

Caution

Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule should be used with caution in children and only if prescribed by a doctor.

FAQs

Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called ‘vitamin D metabolites’ primarily used to treat low blood calcium levels. Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body, such as osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels).
Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule contains calcitriol, which works by helping the body absorb more calcium from the diet. This helps to form healthy bones and reduce bone damage.
Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule can cause kidney stones due to excess calcium deposition when used for a prolonged period. Please consult your doctor before taking Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule as a daily supplement if you have any kidney problems or a history of kidney stones.
Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule is used to increase low calcium levels in the body. Hence, it is not advised to use Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule during hypercalcemia since it causes an overdose of calcium, leading to kidney stones and other effects.
Do not use Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule . It is not recommended in hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), metastatic calcification (extra deposits of calcium in the body), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food).

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

401, LSC, C-Block, Mohan Place Saraswati Vihar Delhi DL 110034 In
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