Uses of Anoma soft caps

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Anoma Soft Caps is a prescription drug used to treat osteoporosis, rickets, osteomalacia, hypoparathyroidism. For more detailed information about what Anoma soft is, its uses and how to use it, you can refer to the article below.

1. Main ingredients and preparation of Anoma soft

Preparation: Soft capsule form. Main ingredients: Calcitriol and other excipients. Content: 0.25 mcg.

2. Uses and indications of Anoma Soft Caps

The active ingredient Calcitriol in Anoma soft caps facilitates the absorption of calcium in the intestine and regulates bone mineralization. In addition, Calcitriol also plays a key role in the regulation of calcium homeostasis in the body, while stimulating bone formation, which is a pharmacological basis for the therapeutic effect of osteoporosis.
Anoma Soft Caps are indicated in the treatment of:
Osteoporosis. Rickets and osteomalacia. Cases of hypoparathyroidism and hypoparathyroidism. Bone dystrophy in patients with renal failure, patients on hemodialysis.

3. Dosage and how to use Anoma Soft Caps

Dosage:
With osteoporosis: Oral 0.25mcg x 2 times/day, the dose can be increased to a maximum of 0.5 mcg x 2 times/day in case low dose is not responding. In case of hypoparathyroidism and rickets: Initial dose: 0.25 mcg/day x 01 time/day, taken in the morning. In case of renal osteodystrophy, the usual starting dose of Calcitriol is 0.25 mcg/day. How to use: Anoma Soft Caps should be taken orally.
Anoma Soft Caps are used according to the doctor's prescription. Patients should not arbitrarily use Anoma soft caps without being examined and indicated.

4. Contraindications Anoma Soft Caps

Anoma Soft Caps is contraindicated for the following cases:
Hypercalcemia. In case the patient is sensitive to Calcitriol or any of the excipients in the drug. Patients with signs of vitamin D toxicity.

5. Side effects of Anoma soft caps

Side effects of Anoma soft caps are very rare. However, you may also experience the following symptoms when taking the drug to be aware of:
Loss of appetite. Headache . Vomiting. Constipation . Disturbance of skin sensation. Fever, thirst. Loss of water. Frigidity. Urinary tract infections. In the process of taking the drug, if you experience unwanted effects or other adverse effects, you should notify your doctor for timely treatment and advice.

6. Notes when using Anoma soft caps

For pregnant and lactating women, children under 3 years of age, because the safety level has not been evaluated on this subject, the drug should only be used when absolutely necessary and fully consider the risk and benefit factors. before use. Patients and families are counseled to recognize signs of hypercalcemia and recommended strict adherence to the indicated dietary regimen. During the use of Anoma soft caps, it is necessary to evaluate the biochemical indicators periodically to adjust the appropriate dose for each stage. The main active ingredient Calcitriol in the drug is an active metabolite of vitamin D, so during treatment you should not use vitamin D and its derivatives. Patients taking Anoma soft caps with normal kidney function should drink enough water, 2-3 liters/day to avoid dehydration.

7. Handling overdose, forgetting dose Anoma soft caps

When you overdose on Anoma soft caps, you may see the following symptoms: Anorexia, headache, nausea and constipation, sensory disturbances, fever, dehydration, frigidity, urinary tract infection, hypercalcemia ,.... You need to be treated immediately by gastric lavage, induce vomiting to prevent absorption of the drug, drink liquid Paraffin to increase excretion through feces and at the same time need to do a blood calcium test. In case of high blood calcium, Phosphate and Corticosteroids must be used.
When you forget a dose of Anoma soft caps, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If the missed dose is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue taking it at the prescribed time. Do not take a double dose at the same time, do not change the dose or stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor.

8. Anoma soft caps drug interactions

With preparations or products containing vitamin D or other vitamin D derivatives. With Cholestyramine. With Phenobarbital, phenytoin. With Digitalis. With thiazide diuretics. With corticosteroids. With calcium channel blockers. With antacids. Tell your doctor about all your medication history and previous medical history to avoid possible adverse interactions.
Anoma soft caps is a medicine to treat diseases of osteoporosis, rickets, hypoparathyroidism, .... This is a drug that needs to be prescribed by a doctor, and at the same time to ensure safety when using the product as well as If you are using the medicine exactly as prescribed, at the right dose, you need to strictly follow the doctor's instructions and carefully read the instructions for use on the drug packaging. If you have any questions about Anoma soft caps, please contact your doctor/pharmacist immediately.

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