CAPICET 30MG TAB

Overview

CAPICET 30MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

CAPICET 30MG TAB is composed of: CINACALCET (30.0 MG)

Cinacalcet decreases levels of parathyroid hormone (PTH), calcium, and phosphorous in the body. Cinacalcet is used to treat hyperparathyroidism (overactive functioning of the parathyroid glands) in people who are on long-term dialysis for kidney disease. Cinacalcet is also used to treat hypercalcemia (high levels of calcium in the blood) in people with cancer of the parathyroid gland, and in people with overactive parathyroid glands that cannot be treated surgically.

Usage

CINACALCET is generally used to treat: Hyperkalemia, Hyperthyroidism

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

CAPICET 30MG TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for CAPICET 30MG TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of epilepsy, liver or kidney disease, low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, during pregnancy and lactation. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid excess dosage.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CINACALCET over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

CINACALCET : Myalgia, Hypoparathyroidism, Asthenia, Hypertension, Hypotension, Anorexia Nervosa, Loose Motion, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Chest Pain

Rare Side-Effects

CINACALCET : Dizziness, Head Headache, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Disease Interactions

CINACALCET can interfere with: Hypocalcemia, Hypotension, Seizure

Technical Classification

CINACALCET is categorized as: CALCIMIMETICS / HORMONES

Available Alternatives for CAPICET 30MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CAPICET 30MG TAB	INR 629.35 for 30 TABLETS	CINACALCET 30.0 MG
CERACAL 30MG TAB	INR 599 for 10 TABLETS	CINACALCET 30.0 MG
MIMCIPAR 30MG TAB	INR 677.55 for 10 TABLETS	CINACALCET 30.0 MG
PTH 30 TAB	INR 599 for 10 TABLETS	CINACALCET 30.0 MG
PTH 30MG TAB	INR 653 for 10 TABLETS	CINACALCET 30 MG
SETZ 30MG TAB	INR 579.97 for 10 TABLETS	CINACALCET 30.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CERACAL 60MG TAB	INR 1152.87 for 10 TABLETS	CINACALCET 60.0 MG
CINACALCET		CINACALCET
MIMCIPAR 60MG TAB	INR 1224.82 for 10 TABLETS	CINACALCET 60.0 MG
SENACEPT 60MG TAB	INR 1239.33 for 10 TABLETS	CINACALCET 60.0 MG
SETZ 60MG TAB	INR 1160.91 for 10 TABLETS	CINACALCET 60.0 MG
SETZ 90MG TAB	INR 1725.37 for 10 TABLETS	CINACALCET 90.0 MG