Cinacalcet Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Cinacalcet-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

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Generic Name : Cinacalcet

Pronunciation : sin-a-KAL-set

ICD Code : Y51.1 Therapeutic Classification : Cholinergic Agents

Brand Names or Trade Names of Cinacalcet

India :

Capicet Tab, Ceracal Tab .

International :

Sensipar

Why is Cinacalcet Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a calcimimetic agent, prescribed for secondary hyperparathyroidism in patients with chronic kidney disease and for hypocalcaemia in patients with parathyroid cancer. It helps in parathyroid hormone secretion in order to decrease the amount of calcium in the blood.

When should Cinacalcet not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Cinacalcet?

Dose is based on patient’s condition and response to the medication. The recommended initial oral dose is 30 mg once daily.

How should Cinacalcet be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Cinacalcet?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of epilepsy, liver or kidney disease, low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, during pregnancy and lactation.

• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.