Dihydrotachysterol
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Uses of Dihydrotachysterol
Dihydrotachysterol is used in the treatment of:
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Hypocalcemia
- Kidney Failure, Chronic
Dihydrotachysterol is used in the prevention of:
- Tetany
This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Dihydrotachysterol Brand Names
Dihydrotachysterol may be found in some form under the following brand names:
Dihydrotachysterol Drug Class
Dihydrotachysterol is part of the drug class:
Dihydrotachysterol Interactions
This is not a complete list of Dihydrotachysteroldrug interactions. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Dihydrotachysterol 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.
Dihydrotachysterol 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.
OR
There are no well-controlled studies that have been done in pregnant women. Dihydrotachysterol 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. Dihydrotachysterol should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.
Dihydrotachysterol Dosage
Take dihydrotachysterol exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully.
The Dihydrotachysterol 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
Dihydrotachysterol is available in the following doses:
- Dihydrotachysterol 0.125 Mg Oral Capsule
- Dihydrotachysterol 0.125 Mg Oral Tablet
- Dihydrotachysterol 0.2 Mg Oral Tablet
- Dihydrotachysterol 0.2 Mg/ml Oral Concentrate
- Dihydrotachysterol 0.4 Mg Oral Tablet
Forms of Medication
Dihydrotachysterol is available in the following forms:
- Oral Capsule
- Oral Solution
- Oral Tablet