Calibin capsule 0.25 mcg 3_10?s works by helping the body to use more of the calcium found in foods or supplements and regulating the body’s production of parathyroid hormone.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Calibin capsule 0.25 mcg 3_10?s

Abdominal pain

Vomiting

Rash

Headache

Decreased appetite

Metallic taste rare

Uses of Calibin capsule 0.25 mcg 3_10?s
What is it prescribed for?

Hypocalcemia (low blood calcium levels)
This medicine is used in the treatment of hypocalcemia (low level of calcium the blood).

Renal Osteodystrophy (calcium deficiency in kidney disease)
This medicine is used to treat renal dystrophy, a bone disease characterized by low levels of calcium and phosphorus in the blood due to kidney failure.

Hypoparathyroidism
This medicine is used in the treatment of hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone) which may lead to low levels of calcium and increased levels of phosphorus in the blood.

Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
This medicine is used in the treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism, which is an excessive secretion of parathyroid hormone in response to low blood levels of calcium in the body.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 2-6 hours of oral administration of the dose.

Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 3-5 days.

Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking/receiving this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking/receiving this medicine.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Calibin capsule 0.25 mcg 3_10?s or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

Hypercalcemia
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with hypercalcemia or evidence of vitamin D toxicity due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking/receiving this medicine.Breast-feeding

Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking/receiving this medicine.

General Warnings

Other medicines
This medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Liver/Kidney Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver/kidney diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Regular monitoring of liver/kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Oral form: Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one. Injection: Since this medicine is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

Overdose
Oral form: Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose. Injection: Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions
Interaction with Medicines

Iloperidone moderate

Idelalisib severe

Axitinib moderate

Dabrafenib moderate

Ivosidenib severe

Apalutamide severe

Disease interactions

severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with arrhythmia due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of cardiac function and electrolyte levels, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with phosphate imbalance due to the increased risk of calcium phosphate deposits within renal or vascular systems or other soft tissue calcifications. Regular monitoring of electrolyte levels, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Regular monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

General Instructions

Oral form: Take this medicine with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine before completion of the course/without consulting your doctor. Injection: This medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.

Other details

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

References

medlineplus.gov –
Calcitriol [Internet].
Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682335.html
[cited 8/7/2020].
2020