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Cinacalcet is known as a hyperthyroid drug used to treat certain conditions in which parathyroid hormone is produced in excess and can cause serious problems with other organs in the body. . So what is Cinacalcet thyroid medication? How does the drug work?
1. What does Cinacalcet do?
Cinacalcet is a drug in the group of Calcimimetics - a drug that mimics circulating calcium in the blood. The drug is prepared in the form of film-coated tablets with strengths of 30mg, 60mg and 90mg. Cinacalcet is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat secondary hyperparathyroidism (a condition in which the body produces too much parathyroid hormone - a natural substance needed to control calcium levels in the blood). , which can cause serious bone, heart, lung, and blood vessel problems) in patients with chronic kidney disease being treated with dialysis. Cinacalcet is also used to treat high levels of calcium in the blood of patients with parathyroid cancer (cancer of the glands in the neck that makes a lot of parathyroid hormone).
2. How should Cinacalcet thyroid medicine be used?
2.1. How to take Cinacalcet comes as an oral tablet and is usually taken once a day with food or immediately after a meal. Take your medicine at the same time each day to help keep you from forgetting a dose of Cinacalcet.
Use Cinacalcet exactly as directed. Do not take more or less or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Swallow the tablet whole; Do not break, chew or crush them.
Your doctor will probably start you on a low dose of Cinacalcet and gradually increase your dose, no more than every 2-4 weeks.
2.2. Dosage Dosage is different for different patients. The following information includes only the average doses of Cinacalcet thyroid medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to.
The amount of medicine to take depends on the strength of the medicine. In addition, the number of doses per day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time to take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine. The adult dose for treating hypercalcemia with parathyroid cancer or hyperparathyroidism is initially 30 milligrams twice a day. Your doctor may adjust your dose every 2 to 4 weeks. Adult Dose for Hyperparathyroidism with Chronic Kidney Disease: At first, 30 milligrams (mg) once daily. Your doctor may adjust your dose every 2 to 4 weeks. The dose for children and how to use the drug must be determined by the doctor. Cinacalcet can help control the condition but will not cure it. So continue taking it even if you feel well.
3. What special precautions should I follow?
Do not use Cinacalcet thyroid medicine for people with hypocalcemia.
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Cinacalcet or any of the ingredients listed on the label.
Before you are prescribed this medicine, tell your doctor what prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, supplements and herbal products you are taking. Remember to mention any of the following:
Antidepressants such as Amitriptyline, Clomipramine, Desipramine, Fluoxetine, Imipramine, Nefazodone, Nortriptyelor, Paroxetine, Protriptyline, and Trimipramine Antifungals such as Fluconazole, Itraconazole, and Ketoconazole); Cimetidine Cyclosporine Danazol Delavirdine Diltiazem Erythromycin Flecainide (Tambocor); HIV protease inhibitors such as Indinavir and Ritonavir; Isoniazid; Metronidazole; Thioridazine (Mellaril) Troleandomycin Verapamil Vinblastine Zafirlukast If you have or have ever had seizures or liver disease, tell your doctor before it is prescribed.
During pregnancy, Cinacalcet should only be used when clearly needed. Tell your doctor if you find out you are pregnant while taking this medicine.
There are no adequate studies to determine the risk to the infant when using this medicine while breastfeeding. Weigh the benefits and possible risks of using the drug during this period.
If you miss a dose of Cinacalcet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your usual dosing schedule. Do not try to take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
In case of overdose, symptoms such as: burning, tingling, unusual sensations in the lips, tongue, fingers or feet, muscle pain or cramps
sudden tightening of the muscles in the table hands, feet, face or throat, convulsions, ... go to a medical facility immediately for timely treatment.
4. What side effects can Cinacalcet cause?
Although not all but some of the following undesirable effects may occur, if they occur you may need to seek medical attention.
Check with your doctor if any of the following undesirable effects occur:
More common: Blurred vision, chest tightness, dizziness, headache, anxiety, slow or fast heartbeat... Less common complications: Convulsions, cough or hoarseness, fever or chills, loss of bladder control, painful or difficult urination, sudden loss of consciousness... Some unwanted effects may occur that are usually not need medical care. These unwanted effects may go away during treatment as the body adapts to the medicine. Ask your doctor about any questions or concerns about using Cinacalcet.
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