Calcifediol
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Calcifediol Brand Names
Calcifediol may be found in some form under the following brand names:
Calcifediol Drug Class
Calcifediol is part of the drug class:
Calcifediol Interactions
This is not a complete list of Calcifedioldrug interactions. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Calcifediol and Pregnancy
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
The FDA categorizes medications based on safety for use during pregnancy. Five categories - A, B, C, D, and X, are used to classify the possible risks to an unborn baby when a medication is taken during pregnancy.
Calcifediol falls into category C:
In animal studies, pregnant animals were given this medication and had some babies born with problems. No well-controlled studies have been done in humans, though. Therefore, this medication may be used if the potential benefits to the mother outweigh the potential risks to the unborn child.
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There are no well-controlled studies that have been done in pregnant women. Calcifediol should be used during pregnancy only if the possible benefit outweighs the possible risk to the unborn baby.
OR
No studies have been done in animals, and no well-controlled studies have been done in pregnant women. Calcifediol should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.
Calcifediol Dosage
Take calcifediol exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully.
The Calcifediol dose your doctor recommends will be based on the following (use any or all that apply):
- the condition being treated
- other medical conditions you have
- other medications you are taking
- how you respond to this medication
- your weight
- your height
- your age
- your gender
Calcifediol is available in the following doses:
- Calcifediol 20 Mcg Oral Capsule
- Calcifediol 50 Mcg Oral Capsule
Forms of Medication
Calcifediol is available in the following forms:
- Oral Capsule