One-alpha
Indicated for calcium metabolic disorders, utilized to support bone health and alleviate mineral deficiencies by promoting calcium absorption in the gut.
Strengths: 0.25mcg
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Medicine details
- Alternative names
Etalpha
- Therapeutic class
Vitamin D Analogue
- Pharmacological class
Vitamin D3 Analogue
- Contraindications
hypercalcaemia; metastatic calcification
- Precautions and warnings
monitor serum calcium levels regularly
- Minor side effects
nausea; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
hypercalcaemia; hypercalciuria
- Serious side effects
nephrocalcinosis — requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
Capsule, soft; Oral drops, solution
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Leo Pharma
- Onset Time
3–7 days
- Duration
24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C. Keep protected from light and moisture.
- Drug interactions
calcium supplements; magnesium antacids; corticosteroids
- Age restrictions
Use with caution in children; dose based on clinical response.
Patient summary
Indicated for calcium metabolic disorders, utilized to support bone health and alleviate mineral deficiencies by promoting calcium absorption in the gut.
Mechanism of action
Alfacalcidol is a synthetic analogue of vitamin D that is rapidly converted to calcitriol in the liver. It helps increase the absorption of calcium and phosphate in the intestines, which supports bone mineralization and prevents conditions related to low calcium levels.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if clearly necessary after risk-benefit assessment. Breastfeeding: Should be used with caution as it may pass into milk.
One-alpha
Indicated for calcium metabolic disorders, utilized to support bone health and alleviate mineral deficiencies by promoting calcium absorption in the gut.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Alfacalcidol
- Listed indication(s): Osteomalacia, Hyperparathyroidism, Hypocalcaemia
Available option
- 180 capsules - 0.25 mcg1530-0-25-mcg-17765