A-Lennon Calciferol 1,25 mg Tablet
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 29 June 2018
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Indicated for rickets, osteomalacia, and hypoparathyroidism.
Dosage (summary)
1 tablet daily for rickets/osteomalacia; 1-4 tablets daily for hypoparathyroidism.
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Heart disease
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation due to risk of hypercalcaemia.
Key Drug Interactions
- Barbiturates
- Anticonvulsants
- Digoxin
- Thiazide diuretics
- Rifampicin
- Isoniazid
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to calciferol
- Hypercalcaemia
- Nephrolithiasis
- Severe renal impairment
- Hypervitaminosis
Common side effects
- Hypercalcaemia
- Elevated serum creatinine
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fatigue
Counselling Points
- Take with adequate dietary calcium
- Avoid driving if drowsy
- Monitor for signs of hypercalcaemia
Serious warnings
- Risk of hypercalcaemia
- Monitor calcium levels
- Caution in renal impairment
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