Mineral oil oral/rectal and Rocaltrol (Calcitriol Capsules)
Determining the interaction of Mineral oil oral/rectal and Rocaltrol (Calcitriol Capsules) and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Using mineral oil together with calcitriol may decrease the effects of calcitriol. Calcitriol should be administered at least three hours before or after mineral oil. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Professional:ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Coadministration of mineral oil and oral vitamin D (a fat soluble vitamin) may lead to decreased effectiveness of vitamin D. Mineral oil most likely decreases gastrointestinal absorption of vitamin D.
MANAGEMENT: Consider either separating the doses by at least 3 hours, substituting mineral oil with alternative therapy or using parenteral vitamin D.
- "Product Information. Hectorol (doxercalciferol)" Genzyme Corporation, Cambridge, MA.
Generic Name: mineral oil
Brand name: Fleet Mineral Oil Enema, Kondremul Plain, Muri-Lube, Milkinol, Mineral Oil, Light, Heavy, Liqui Doss, Leader Mineral Oil Enema, Kondremul
Synonyms: Mineral oil (oral/rectal), Mineral Oil
Generic Name: calcitriol
Brand name: Rocaltrol, Calcijex
Synonyms: Rocaltrol Capsules, Rocaltrol
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
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