Tacalcitol
Description
Tacalcitol is an antipsoriatic agent used for the treatment of psoriasis, a skin disorder characterized by the red, raised, well-defined plaques on the skin. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Tacalcitol
- Itching skin
- Burning sensation of skin
- Redness of skin
Uses of Tacalcitol
What is it prescribed for?
- Psoriasis vulgaris
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to tacalcitol or to any other ingredient present along with it.
Hypercalcemia
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who are suffering from too much calcium levels in the blood or any other calcium metabolism disorders due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
General warnings
Kidney Disease
This medicine is should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects and hypercalcemia. Regular monitoring of the serum calcium levels is necessary while receiving this medicine. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Use in Pediatrics
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established
Vitamin D
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who are taking vitamin D preparations more than 500IU due to the increased risk of hypercalcemia. Regular monitoring of the serum calcium levels is necessary while receiving this medicine. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
External use
This medicine is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds.
Other medicines
Tacalcitol may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
An overdose of this medicine is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period of time in large volumes. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Methyl Prednisolone
Betamethasone
Clobetasol
Aldosterone
Benzthiazide
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Apply a thin layer of the ointment to the affected area as instructed by the doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specifically instructed by the doctor. Contact your doctor if symptoms do not improve or resolve after two weeks of use.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine works by slowing down the excessive production of skin cells and also helps in reducing the inflammation.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Antipsoriatics/ Vitamin D derivative
Schedule
Schedule H
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Tacalcitol - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [cited 12 February 2019]. Available from:
Information on this page was last updated on 12 Feb 2019
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