Manufacturer: Biocon
Salt Composition : Cinacalcet(30mg)
Ceracal 30mg Tablet may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It can be taken with or without food. It should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop taking the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so.
Cinacalcet is an oral calcimimetic agent that increases the sensitivity of the calcium-sensing receptor to activation by extracellular calcium. The calcium-sensing receptors on the surface of parathyroid gland cells also regulate parathyroid hormone (PTH) secretion
The pharmacokinetic profile of cinacalcet does not change over time with once- daily dosing of 30 to 180 mg. The volume of distribution is high (approximately 1000 L), indicating extensive distribution. Cinacalcet is approximately 93 to 97% bound to plasma protein
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ceracal
Vomiting
Nausea
Rash
Headache
Muscle pain
Diarrhea
low amount of phosphate in the blood.
low amount of calcium in the blood.
prolonged QT interval on EKG.
chronic heart failure.
abnormal EKG with QT changes from birth.
low blood pressure.
inflammation of the esophagus.
an ulcer from too much stomach acid.
Ceracal 30mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ceracal 30mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Ceracal 30mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Primary Hyperparathyroidism (HPT) Indicated for severe hypercalcemia in patients who are unable to undergo parathyroidectomy.
Secondary Hyperparathyroidism. Indicated in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) on dialysis.
Parathyroid Carcinoma.
Dosing Modifications.
Dosing Considerations.
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Do not chew, crush or break it. Ceracal 30mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Ceracal 30mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Ceracal 30mg Tablet treats hyperparathyroidism and high calcium levels in the blood.
It should be taken with or shortly after food.
Ceracal 30mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you start or stop smoking during treatment with Ceracal 30mg Tablet.
Your doctor may monitor your calcium levels regularly during treatment with Ceracal 30mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of low calcium levels such as numbness or tingling around the mouth or muscle aches.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures, heart problems, or liver problems.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ceracal 30mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. When should Ceracal 30mg Tablet be taken?
Ceracal 30mg Tablet can be taken with any meal once daily. The tablet should be taken at a fixed time in order to prevent from forgetting to take the dose. It should be taken orally once daily after food. The dose and duration of therapy is decided by the doctor based on your response to the therapy and blood test parameters.
Q. Can Ceracal 30mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, Ceracal 30mg Tablet can cause diarrhea in patients during treatment. This medicine may cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea as common side effects. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any such side effects.
Q. Does the Ceracal 30mg Tablet contains lactose?
Sometimes lactose is used while preparing Ceracal 30mg Tablet. Hence, before starting the medication inform your doctor if you have been diagnosed with any sugar intolerance like lactose intolerance.
