Rocaltrol (Calcitrol) is a synthetic form of vitamin D used to treat people on dialysis who have abnormally low blood calcium levels and resulting bone damage. Rocaltrol is also prescribed to treat low blood calcium levels in people who have decreased functioning of the parathyroid glands. When functioning correctly, these glands help control the level of calcium in the blood. Rocaltrol is also prescribed for increased functioning of the parathyroid glands and resulting bone disorders in people with kidney disease who are not yet on dialysis. You will definitely get the lowest price when you use a Canadian pharmacy online, allowing you to save time and money on your US and Canadian prescriptions.
While you are taking Rocaltrol, your doctor may want you to follow a special diet or take calcium supplements. This is an important part of your therapy. On the other hand, too high a calcium level can be harmful. If you are already taking any medications containing calcium or calcium supplements, make sure you doctor knows about it. Your doctor will monitor your calcium levels while you are taking Rocaltrol (calcitrol) because excessive calcium levels can be very dangerous. If this problem develops, your doctor will need to stop Rocaltrol therapy temporarily and prescribe a lower dose when treatment resumes. Be sure to get enough fluids and avoid dehydration while taking Rocaltrol. If your doctor had determined that Rocaltrol will help you, then you can buy cheap Rocaltrol online from a Canada drugs store.
Dosages vary and depend on the reason Rocaltrol (calcitrol) is being taken. For adults undergoing Dialysis the suggested beginning dose is 0.25 micrograms (mcg) daily. Your doctor may increase the dose by 0.25 mcg daily at 4- to 8-week intervals if needed. Most people on dialysis require a dose of 0.5 to 1 mcg a day. People with normal or only slightly low blood calcium levels may find it helpful to take 0.25 mcg every other day. For adults being treated for low calcium levels due to hypoparathyroidism the suggested beginning dose is 0.25 mcg daily, taken in the morning. Your doctor may increase the dose at 2- to 4-week intervals. For most adults, regular doses ranging from 0.5 to 2 mcg daily are effective. For children older than 6 years the starting dose is 0.25 mcg taken in the morning. For most children in this age range, doses ranging from 0.5 to 2 mcg per day are effective. For children from 1 to 5 years the usual dose is 0.25 to 0.75 mcg a day.
Doses of Rocaltrol (calcitrol) for people not yet on dialysis the starting dose for adults is 0.25 mcg a day, increased to 0.5 mcg if necessary. For Children older than 3 years the recommended starting dose is 0.25 mcg a day, increased to 0.5 mcg if necessary, for children less than 3 years the daily starting dose is 10 to 15 nanograms (ng) per 2.2 pounds of body weight.
Always consult your physician for any questions you may have on Rocaltrol (calcitrol), especially if there is information listed that you do not understand. Online Canada drugs stores can also help you find out more information about Rocaltrol. Make sure to drink plenty of water when taking this medication and, unless it states to do so, never take your medicine on an empty stomach. It is helpful to establish a time each day to take Rocaltrol (calcitrol) to maintain consistency. Please follow the directions closely when taking this medicine as there are side effects. Never allow anyone else to take this medicine without a prescription. If you have not taken all this medicine prescribed do not dispose of it down the toilet call your local poison Control office for direction for proper disposal.