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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, HyperthyroidismFrequently 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 withSymptoms of Overdosage
CINACALCET over-dosage can result in: Difficulty BreathingCommon Side-Effects
CINACALCET : Myalgia, Hypoparathyroidism, Asthenia, Hypertension, Hypotension, Anorexia Nervosa, Loose Motion, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Chest PainRare Side-Effects
CINACALCET : Dizziness, Head Headache, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)Disease Interactions
CINACALCET can interfere with: Hypocalcemia, Hypotension, SeizureTechnical Classification
CINACALCET is categorized as: CALCIMIMETICS / HORMONESStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with CINACALCET as Ingredient
CAPICET 30MG TAB | CINACALCET 30.0 MG |
CERACAL 30MG TAB | CINACALCET 30.0 MG |
CERACAL 60MG TAB | CINACALCET 60.0 MG |
MIMCIPAR 30MG TAB | CINACALCET 30.0 MG |
MIMCIPAR 60MG TAB | CINACALCET 60.0 MG |
PTH 30 TAB | CINACALCET 30.0 MG |
PTH 30MG TAB | CINACALCET 30 MG |
SENACEPT 60MG TAB | CINACALCET 60.0 MG |
SETZ 30MG TAB | CINACALCET 30.0 MG |
SETZ 60MG TAB | CINACALCET 60.0 MG |
SETZ 90MG TAB | CINACALCET 90.0 MG |