Lucent Soft Gelatin Capsule 10Pcs

✔️ Lucent is indicated in:

• Post-menopausal osteoporosis
• Renal osteodystrophy
• Postsurgical hypoparathyroidism
• Idiopathic hypoparathyroidism
• Pseudohypoparathyroidism
• Secondary hyperparathyroidism in patients with moderate to severe chronic renal failure (pre-dialysis)
• Vitamin D-dependent rickets

✔️ How does Lucent Capsule work?

Calcitriol is the active form of Vitamin D. It raises Vitamin D levels in your blood. This in turn raises calcium levels in your blood by helping you absorb more calcium from your intestine.

✔️ Side Effects of Lucent Capsule

Side effects may include weakness, headache, nausea, vomiting, constipation, bone pain, and others.

✔️ Quick Suggestions:

• Do not take any other forms of Vitamin D unless your doctor suggests.
• Take calcium supplements along with Vitamin D3 as suggested by your doctor.
• Drink plenty of fluids (such as water) as it is important not to become dehydrated.
• Avoid using antacids without your doctor's advice. Some antacids can make it harder for your body to absorb calcitriol.
• Consult your doctor if you notice a metallic taste in mouth, muscle or joint pain, headache or drowziness.

✔️ Indication of Lucent Capsule

Calcitriol is used in the treatment of calcium deficiency and post-menopausal osteoporosis.

✔️ Pharmacology:

Calcitriol, the active metabolite of vitamin D3, regulates calcium homeostasis by promoting intestinal absorption of calcium and regulating bone mineralization.

✔️ Dosage & Administration of Lucent Capsule

• Dosage should be carefully determined based on serum calcium levels.
• Dosage varies depending on the condition being treated, such as osteoporosis, renal osteodystrophy, hypoparathyroidism, or rickets.
• Dosage adjustments may be necessary in pediatric patients and the elderly.
• Overdose may cause hypercalcemia, hypercalciuria, and hyperphosphatemia, requiring immediate discontinuation of therapy.

✔️ Interaction

Lucent may interact with thiazide diuretics, digitalis, and magnesium-containing drugs.

✔️ Contraindications

Lucent is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to its ingredients or in conditions associated with hypercalcemia.

✔️ Pregnancy & Lactation

Calcitriol may be used during pregnancy if the benefits outweigh the risks. Monitoring of serum calcium levels is recommended during lactation.

✔️ Precautions & Warnings

Excessive dosage of Lucent can lead to hypercalcemia and hypercalciuria. It should be used cautiously in patients on digitalis.

✔️ Storage Conditions:

Store Lucent in a dry place away from light and heat, and keep it out of reach of children.