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Calcitriol Calcijex Uses Treats low blood calcium in kidney dialysis patients and other patients.Calcitriol is a form of vitamin D. Storage If you have your treatments at home, you should be given a special container for the used needles. Keep it where children or pets cannot reach it. Keep your medicine at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. How To Use APPEARANCE: Injectable. Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. An IV injection is medicine that is put directly into your body through one of your veins. This medicine should be given by a person trained to give IV medicine, such as a nurse. Sometimes you, a family member, or friend can be taught to give your medicine. Side Effects Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects: Nausea and vomiting, long-lasting headache, constipation, sleepiness and weakness (early signs of high blood calcium) Irregular heartbeat Severe stomach pain Bone pain Cloudy or foaming urine Precautions You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to vitamin D. Missed Dose This medicine needs to be given on a regular schedule. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, then return to your normal schedule. If you miss more than one dose, call your doctor for instructions. Drug Interactions If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have any other medical problems, check with your doctor before taking calcitriol. If you are on dialysis, you may need to follow a special diet and take phosphate-binding medicine. Talk to your doctor about this. If you are NOT on dialysis and taking calcitriol, be sure to drink plenty of liquids.

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