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Osteo-D |
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What is Osteo-D
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.Osteo-D 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:
- Osteo-D may cause drowsiness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Osteo-D. Using Osteo-D 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 Osteo-D. 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 Osteo-D 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 Osteo-D. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
- Osteo-D 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 Osteo-D while you are pregnant. It is not known if Osteo-D is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Osteo-D.
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Osteo-D 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: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.
Select the most affordable brand or generic drug
| Strength | Quantity | Price, USD | Country |
| Actived | |||
| 0 .25mcg | 10 capsule | $1.27 | |
| Bio-D3 | |||
| 0 .25 mcg x 10's | $1.52 | ||
| BIO-D3 soft-gelatin cap 0.25 mcg x 10's | $1.60 | Macleods (Gencare) | |
| BIO-D3 0.25mcg SG-CAP / 10 | $0.87 | ||
| Bonky | |||
| Calasto | |||
| 0 .25mcg | 15 Capsule | $2.31 | |
| Calasto 0.25 mcg Capsule | $0.15 | ||
| Calcibest | |||
| 1 mcg | 1 ml | $1.97 | |
| 1 mcg x 1 mL x 1ml | $1.97 | ||
| CALCIBEST inj 1 mcg x 1 mL x 1ml | $1.97 | Bestochem | |
| Calcibest 1mcg/mL INJ / 1ml | $1.97 | ||
| Calcibest 1 mcg Injection | $2.80 | ||
| Calcibest 200 mg+7.5 mg+0.25 mcg Capsule | $0.12 | ||
| CALCIBEST Injection / 1mg (1ml units) | $1.29 | Bestochem Formulations | |
| Calcicreen | |||
| Calcijex 0.001 MG/ML Injectable Solution | |||
| Calcio | |||
| Calcirol | |||
| 3 -6lacIU | 1 gm | $0.22 | |
| CALCIROL 600000IU INJECTION 1 vial(s) (1 ML injection each) | $2.94 | Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd | |
| CALCIROL inj 600000 IU x 1ml | $2.94 | Cadila | |
| 60000 IU x 1g | $0.32 | ||
| Calcirol 60000iu GRAN / 1g | $0.32 | ||
| Calcirol 1 gm Granules | $0.35 | ||
| Calcirol 600000IU Injection | $0.49 | Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd | |
| Calcitriol | |||
| 0 .25mcg | 30 | $57.95 | USA |
| 0 .25mcg | 90 | $74.25 | Australia, Canada, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA |
| 0 .25mcg | 90 | $75.00 | Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA |
| 0 .25mcg | 90 | $75.00 | Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Turkey, Singapore, UK, USA |
| 0 .25mcg | 100 | $49.00 | Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA |
| 0 .25mcg | 100 | $52.00 | Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA |
| 0 .5mcg | 90 | $79.00 | Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA |
| 0 .5mcg | 90 | $82.00 | Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA |
| 0 .5mcg | 90 | $115.00 | Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Turkey, Singapore, UK, USA |
| 1 mcg/ml | 1 | $269.00 | Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA |
| 1 mcg/ml | 50 | $530.07 | USA |
| Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg capsule | $1.46 | ||
| Rocaltrol 0.5 mcg capsule | $2.02 | ||
| Calcitriol 0.000003 MG/MG Topical Ointment | |||
| Calcitriol 0.0005 MG Oral Capsule | |||
| Calcitriol 0.001 MG/ML Oral Solution | |||
| Calcitriol Airflow | |||
| Calcitriol Colmed | |||
| Calcitriol Solufarma | |||
| Calcitriol Teva | |||
| Calcitriol aaiPharma | |||
| Calcitriolo Dr Reddy's | |||
| Calcitriolo Mylan | |||
| Caleobrol | |||
| Calkis | |||
| Caloren | |||
| Calsolid | |||
| Caltrol | |||
| 0 .25mcg | 10 Capsule | $0.98 | |
| Caltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule | $0.10 | ||
| 0 .25 mcg x 10's | $0.98 | ||
| CALTROL cap 0.25 mcg x 10's | $0.98 | Orchid | |
| Caltrol 0.25mcg CAP / 10 | $0.98 | ||
| Caltrol 252 mg+0.25 mcg Tablet | $0.11 | ||
| Caraben | |||
| Carciorol | |||
| D -Cure | |||
| 6 lacIU | 1 gm | $0.30 | |
| Devita | |||
| 6 lacIU | 1 ml | $0.34 | |
| 600000 IU x 1g | $0.26 | ||
| Devita 600000 IU SACHET / 1g | $0.26 | ||
| 600000 IU x 1ml | $0.34 | ||
| DEVITA inj 600000 IU x 1ml | $0.34 | Novaduo | |
| Devita 6 lac Injection | $0.34 | ||
| Devita 600000 IU AMP / 1ml | $0.34 | ||
| Devita 6lac Injection | $0.46 | Medinova Labs | |
| DEVITA 6LAC INJECTION 1 vial(s) (1 ML injection each) | $0.46 | Medinova Labs | |
| Dexiven | |||
| Ecatrol | |||
| Ecatrol 0.25 mcg x 30's | $10.88 | ||
| GR Alpha | |||
| 0 .25mcg | 10 Capsule | $0.66 | |
| GR Alpha 0.25 mcg Capsule | $0.07 | ||
| Kosteo | |||
| Macolol | |||
| Mag D3 | |||
| 6 lacIU | 1 ml | $0.26 | |
| Meditrol | |||
| OsteoD | |||
| Ostriol | |||
| 0 .25mcg | 10 Capsule | $0.72 | |
| Ostriol 0.25mcg Capsule | $0.07 | Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | |
| Ostriol 0.25 mcg Capsule | $0.07 | ||
| OSTRIOL Capsule/ Tablet / 0.25 mcg (10 units) | $0.70 | Claris Life Sciences | |
| 0 .25 mcg x 10's | $0.72 | ||
| Ostriol 0.25mcg CAP / 10 | $0.72 | ||
| OSTRIOL cap 0.25 mcg x 10's | $0.72 | Aristo (Otsira) | |
| OSTRIOL CAPSULE 1 strip(s) (10 capsules each) | $0.72 | Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | |
| Ostriol 0.25 mcg x 30's | $10.43 | ||
| Phil Bone A | |||
| Promocal | |||
| Raquitriol | |||
| Restol | |||
| Rocaltrol 0.25 MCG Oral Capsule | |||
| Rocaltrol 1 MCG per 1 ML Oral Solution | |||
| Rocaltrol Roche | |||
| Silkis | |||
| 3 mcg/g | 60 ointment | $114.32 | Canada, UK |
| 3 mcg/g | 100 ointment | $58.36 | Canada, UK |
| Silkis 3 mcg/1 g x 30 g | $195.00 | ||
| Systa D3-3 | |||
| 3 lacIU | 1 ml | $0.19 | |
| Uni-Calcioz | |||
| Vectical 0.0003 % Topical Ointment | |||
| calcitriol 1 MCG in 1 ML Injection | |||
| calcitriol 1 MCG/ML Injectable Solution | |||
| calcitriol 2 MCG in 1 ML Injection | |||
| calcitrol 0.25 MCG Oral Capsule | |||
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References
- Dailymed."Calcitriol: dailymed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the united states. dailymed is the official provider of fda label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "Calcitriol". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "Calcitriol". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB0013... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Osteo-D - Frequently asked Questions
Can Osteo-D 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.
Who should not take Osteo-D?
Some medical conditions may interact with Osteo-D. 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 Osteo-D. 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 Osteo-D 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.
How should I take Osteo-D?
Use Osteo-D as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Osteo-D may be taken with or without food.
- Do not take mineral oil or antacids containing magnesium with Osteo-D. These can reduce the effects of Osteo-D.
- If you miss a dose of Osteo-D, 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 Osteo-D.
Can Osteo-D be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Osteo-D 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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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Osteo-D, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Osteo-D. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.Patient reports
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No survey data has been collected yetThree patients reported frequency of use
How often should I take Osteo-D?According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Osteo-D should take Twice in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Twice in a day | 2 | 66.7% | |
| Once in a day | 1 | 33.3% | |
One patient reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used?Osteo-D May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-5mg | 1 | 100.0% | |
Patient reported time for results
No survey data has been collected yetPatient reported administration
No survey data has been collected yetTwo patients reported age
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| > 60 | 1 | 50.0% | |
| 1-5 | 1 | 50.0% | |
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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology