About alafacalcidol
Active vitamin D analogue
Used for
- Treats low calcium due to underactive parathyroid glands.
- Treats bone disease associated with chronic kidney disease.
- Treats certain disorders of calcium and bone metabolism.
Usual adult dose
Usually 0.25–1 microgram once daily; adjusted to blood calcium and response.
Usual dose in children
Dose is individualized by age, weight, condition, and blood tests.
Common side effects
- High blood calcium
- High blood phosphate
- Nausea or vomiting
- Itching or rash
Important warnings
- Regular blood tests are needed to monitor calcium, phosphate, and kidney function.
- High calcium can cause thirst, frequent urination, weakness, or confusion.
- Use cautiously with kidney stones or other causes of high calcium.
- Doses depend on the condition and laboratory results.
Pregnancy
Use only when clearly needed; careful calcium monitoring is important.
Breastfeeding
May be used with medical supervision; monitor mother and infant for high calcium.
Interactions
- Calcium supplements and thiazide diuretics may increase high-calcium risk.
- Digoxin may increase risk of abnormal heart rhythms if calcium rises.
- Magnesium-containing antacids may cause high magnesium, especially with kidney disease.
- Cholestyramine and mineral oil can reduce absorption.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.