Managing certain conditions caused by high or low parathyroid hormone levels. It is used to manage low blood calcium levels in patients who are on chronic kidney dialysis. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Calsolid is a form of vitamin D. It works by promoting proper absorption and use of calcium and phosphate by the body in normal bone development and maintenance.
Important safety information:
Calsolid may cause drowsiness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Calsolid. Using Calsolid alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks.
Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
Carefully follow the diet plan provided by your doctor.
Check with your doctor before taking any vitamins or mineral supplements containing vitamin D or calcium, phosphorus, or antacids containing calcium or magnesium.
You will need to take care to not become dehydrated while you take Calsolid. If you have normal kidney function, be sure to drink plenty of fluids. If you have kidney problems or are on dialysis, talk with your doctor about how much fluid you should drink each day. Discuss any questions with your doctor.
Tell your doctor you take Calsolid if you will be having surgery or will be confined to a bed or chair for a long period of time. The risk of high blood calcium levels may be increased.
Lab tests, including calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and alkaline phosphate levels, may be performed while you use Calsolid. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Calsolid should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 1 year old and in CHILDREN who are on dialysis; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Calsolid while you are pregnant. It is not known if Calsolid is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Calsolid.
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Calsolid side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. When used in small doses, no COMMON side effects have been reported with this product. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions ; bizarre behavior; bone pain; constipation; decreased sex drive; diarrhea; difficult or painful urination; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; eye redness or irritation; fever; flushing; frequent urination; headache; increased body temperature; increased thirst; irregular heartbeat; loss of appetite; mental or mood changes; metallic taste; muscle pain; nausea; runny nose; sensitivity of the eyes to sunlight; stomach pain or cramps; unexplained weight loss; unusual thinking; vomiting; weakness.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Can Calsolid be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Calsolid?
Use Calsolid as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Calsolid may be taken with or without food.
Do not take mineral oil or antacids containing magnesium with Calsolid. These can reduce the effects of Calsolid.
If you miss a dose of Calsolid, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Calsolid.
Who should not take Calsolid?
Some medical conditions may interact with Calsolid. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have heart disease, kidney disease or kidney stones, hardening of the arteries or other blood vessel problems, or a high phosphate level in the blood
if you are dehydrated, have recently had surgery, or will be confined to a bed or chair for a long period of time
if you take a phosphate-binding medicine
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Calsolid. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Thiazide diuretics (eg, hydrochlorothiazide) because the risk of high blood calcium levels may be increased
Digoxin because the risk of irregular heartbeat may be increased
Antacids that contain magnesium because high blood magnesium levels may occur
Barbiturates (eg, phenobarbital), cholestyramine, corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), hydantoins (eg, phenytoin), or ketoconazole because they may decrease calcitriol's effectiveness
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Calsolid may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Calsolid be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Calsolid be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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