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doxercalciferol |
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doxercalciferol /dox·er·cal·cif·er·ol/ (dok″ser-kal-sif´er-ol) a synthetic analogue of vitamin D, used to reduce levels of circulating parathyroid hormone in the treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism associated with chronic renal failure. doxercalciferol, a parathyroid agent (calcium regulator). indications It is used to lower high parathyroid hormone levels in patients undergoing chronic kidney dialysis. contraindications Known hypersensitivity to this drug, hyperphosphatemia, hypercalcemia, and vitamin D toxicity prohibit its use. adverse effects Adverse effects include drowsiness, headache, lethargy, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, anorexia, dry mouth, constipation, cramps, metallic taste, myalgia, arthralgia, decreased bone development, polyuria, hypercalciuria, hyperphosphatemia, hematuria, and shortness of breath. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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