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Calcitriol
How Calcitriol works
Calcitriol provides essential nutrients.
Side Effects
Frequent urge to urinate, Dryness in mouth, Bitter taste, Sluggishness, Constipation, Headache, Muscle pain, Loss of appetite, Weight loss, Bone pain, Abdominal pain, Nausea, Excessive thirst, Weakness, Vomiting
Usage
Calcitriol is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is calcitriol an OTC drug?Calcitriol is not available as OTC drug
Q. Is calcitriol a hormone, is it vitamin D and is it same as vitamin D3?Calcitriol is a steroid hormone, a form of Vitamin D, also called Vitamin D3
Q. Is Calcitriol lipid soluble?Yes, Calcitriol is lipid soluble
Q. Is Calcitriol same as cholecalciferol?Vitamin D3 has several forms: Cholecalciferol is an inactive, unhydroxylated form of vitamin D3, whereas Calcitriol (also called 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3) is the active form of D3
Q. Is Calcitriol a phosphate binder?No, Calcitriol is not a phosphate binder
Q. What is Bio-D3 max, Bio-D3plus?Bio-D3 Max and Bio D3 plus are combinational drugs which contains calcitriol
Q. What is rocaltrol capsule/is it generic/ is it vitamin D3/ is it vitamin D what is rocaltrol 0.25/ what it is used for/ is it gluten free/ is it available over the counter?Rocaltrol is a trade (brand) name for synthetic calcitriol (form of vitamin D, vitamin D3). It is available as 0.25 and 0.5 mg capsules. Rocaltrol works by making your body absorb more calcium from your diet. This helps to form healthy bones and reduce bone damage. It is gluten free. Rocaltrol is not available over the counter.
