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Rayaldee overview
BRAND NAMES:
Rayaldee
Generic Names:
Rayaldee
Uses:
Treats secondary hyperparathyroidism (overactive parathyroid glands).
Therapeutic Classes:
Endocrine-Metabolic Agent, Nutritive Agent
Forms:
Liquid Filled Capsule, Long Acting Capsule
How it’s taken:
By mouth
What is Rayaldee used for?
Rayaldee is a prescription-only vitamin that is taken by patients diagnosed with secondary hyperparathyroidism to treat their condition. Secondary hyperparathyroidism causes calcium deficiency. Rayaldee works by supplying the body with Vitamin D along with decreasing the production of the parathyroid hormone.
What form(s) does Rayaldee come in
Liquid Filled Capsule
Long Acting Capsule
What are common Rayaldee doses?
Capsule 30mcg
Common Rayaldee prescriptions
Rayaldee
30mcg capsule
How to take Rayaldee
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Missed dose: If you miss a dose of this medicine, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Swallow the extended-release capsule whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you. Take this medicine at bedtime.
Missed dose: If you miss a dose of this medicine, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Swallow the extended-release capsule whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you. Take this medicine at bedtime.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
What to do if you miss a dose of Rayaldee
Rayaldee contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to vitamin D.
Rayaldee warnings
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
This medicine may cause the following problems:High calcium in the bloodBone problems, including adynamic bone disease with high risk of fractures
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have bone problems or a history of hypercalcemia.
Rayaldee interactions
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
This medicine may cause the following problems:High calcium in the bloodBone problems, including adynamic bone disease with high risk of fractures
Some foods and medicines can affect how calcifediol works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Atazanavir, cholestyramine, clarithromycin, digoxin, indinavir, itraconazole, ketoconazole, nefazodone, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir, telithromycin, or voriconazoleDiuretic (water pill)Medicine to treat seizures (including phenobarbital)Other supplements containing calciumVitamin D supplements
Rayaldee side effects
Serious Side Effects
Increase in how much or how often you urinate
Feeling tired, trouble thinking clearly, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, increase thirst, weight loss
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Bone pain
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