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paricalcitol |
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paricalcitol /par·i·cal·ci·tol/ (par″ĭ-kal´sĭ-tol) a synthetic vitamin D analogue, used for the prevention and treatment of hyperparathyroidism secondary to chronic renal failure. paricalcitol, a vitamin D analog. indication It is used to treat hypoparathyroidism. contraindications Known hypersensitivity to this drug and hypercalcemia prohibit its use. adverse effects Sepsis is a life-threatening effect. Other adverse effects include nausea, vomiting, anorexia, dry mouth, lightheadedness, palpitations, pneumonia, edema, chills, fever, and flu. 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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