CINACALCET

Overview

CINACALCET is a Schedule H drug.
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?

CINACALCET is generally taken With Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

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

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with CINACALCET as Ingredient

CAPICET 30MG TABCINACALCET 30.0 MG
CERACAL 30MG TABCINACALCET 30.0 MG
CERACAL 60MG TABCINACALCET 60.0 MG
MIMCIPAR 30MG TABCINACALCET 30.0 MG
MIMCIPAR 60MG TABCINACALCET 60.0 MG
PTH 30 TABCINACALCET 30.0 MG
PTH 30MG TABCINACALCET 30 MG
SENACEPT 60MG TABCINACALCET 60.0 MG
SETZ 30MG TABCINACALCET 30.0 MG
SETZ 60MG TABCINACALCET 60.0 MG
SETZ 90MG TABCINACALCET 90.0 MG