Paricalcitol
Loading...Paricalcitol Recall
Get an alert when a recall is issued.
Questions & Answers
Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
There is currently no warning information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Legal Issues
There is currently no legal information available for this drug.
FDA Safety Alerts
There are currently no FDA safety alerts available for this drug.
Manufacturer Warnings
There is currently no manufacturer warning information available for this drug.
FDA Labeling Changes
There are currently no FDA labeling changes available for this drug.
Uses
Paricalcitol capsules are indicated for the prevention and treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism associated with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Stages 3 and 4.
Paricalcitol Capsules are indicated for the prevention and treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism associated with CKD Stage 5 in patients on hemodialysis (HD) or peritoneal dialysis (PD).
History
There is currently no drug history available for this drug.
Other Information
Paricalcitol, USP, the active ingredient in paricalcitol capsules, is a synthetically manufactured analog of calcitriol, the metabolically active form of vitamin D indicated for the prevention and treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism in chronic kidney disease. Paricalcitol is available as soft gelatin capsules for oral administration containing 1 microgram, 2 micrograms or 4 micrograms of paricalcitol. Each capsule also contains the following inactive ingredients: ammonium hydroxide, butylated hydroxytoluene, ethanol, gelatin, glycerin, iron oxide black, propylene glycol, purified water, shellac glaze, soya lecithin, titanium dioxide, and triglycerides. Additionally, the 1 mcg tablet contains FD&C blue #1; the 2 mcg and 4 mcg tablets contain FD&C yellow #6 and iron oxide yellow.
Paricalcitol is a white to almost white powder. Paricalcitol is chemically designated as (1α,3β,7E, 22E)-19-nor-9,10-secoergosta-5,7,22-triene-1,3,25-triol and has the following structural formula:
Sources
Paricalcitol Manufacturers
- American Health Packaging
![Paricalcitol Capsule, Liquid Filled [American Health Packaging]](/wp-content/themes/bootstrap/assets/img/loading2.gif)
Paricalcitol | American Health Packaging
2.1 Chronic Kidney Disease Stages 3 and 4Paricalcitol capsules may be administered daily or three times a week. When dosing three times weekly, the dose should be administered not more frequently than every other day. The total weekly doses for both daily and three times a week dosage regimens are similar [see Clinical Studies (14.1)].
Paricalcitol capsules may be taken without regard to food. No dosing adjustment is required in patients with mild and moderate hepatic impairment.
Initial Dose
a To be administered not more often than every other day
The initial dose of paricalcitol capsules for CKD Stages 3 and 4 patients is based on baseline intact parathyroid hormone (iPTH) levels.Baseline iPTH Level
Daily Dose
Three Times a Week Dose
≤ 500 pg/mL
1 mcg
2 mcg
> 500 pg/mL
2 mcg
4 mcgDose Titration
a To be administered not more often than every other day
Dosing must be individualized and based on serum or plasma iPTH levels, with monitoring of serum calcium and serum phosphorus. The following is a suggested approach to dose titration.Dose Adjustment at 2 to 4 Week Intervals
iPTH Level Relative to Baseline
Paricalcitol Capsule Dose
Daily Dosage
Three Times a Week Dosage
The same, increased or decreased by < 30%
Increase dose by
1 mcg
2 mcg
Decreased by ≥ 30% and ≤ 60%
Maintain dose
-
-
Decreased by > 60% or iPTH < 60 pg/mL
Decrease dose by
1 mcg
2 mcgIf a patient is taking the lowest dose, 1 mcg, on the daily regimen and a dose reduction is needed, the dose can be decreased to 1 mcg three times a week. If a further dose reduction is required, the drug should be withheld as needed and restarted at a lower dosing frequency. If a patient is on a calcium-based phosphate binder, the phosphate-binder dose may be decreased or withheld, or the patient may be switched to a non-calcium-based phosphate binder. If hypercalcemia or an elevated Ca x P is observed, the dose of paricalcitol capsules should be reduced or withheld until these parameters are normalized.
Serum calcium and phosphorus levels should be closely monitored after initiation of paricalcitol capsules, during dose titration periods and during coadministration with strong CYP3A inhibitors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3), Drug Interactions (7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
2.2 Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5Paricalcitol capsules are to be administered three times a week, not more frequently than every other day.
Paricalcitol capsules may be taken without regard to food. No dosing adjustment is required in patients with mild and moderate hepatic impairment.
Initial Dose
The initial dose of paricalcitol capsules in micrograms is based on a baseline iPTH level (pg/mL)/80. To minimize the risk of hypercalcemia patients should be treated only after their baseline serum calcium has been adjusted to 9.5 mg/dL or lower [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) and Clinical Studies (14.2)].
Dose Titration
Subsequent dosing should be individualized and based on iPTH, serum calcium and phosphorus levels. A suggested dose titration of paricalcitol capsules is based on the following formula:
Titration dose (micrograms) = most recent iPTH level (pg/ml)/80
Serum calcium and phosphorus levels should be closely monitored after initiation, during dose titration periods, and with coadministration of strong P450 3A inhibitors. If an elevated serum calcium is observed and the patient is on a calcium-based phosphate binder, the binder dose may be decreased or withheld, or the patient may be switched to a non-calcium-based phosphate binder. If serum calcium or Ca x P are elevated, the dose should be decreased by 2 to 4 micrograms lower than that calculated by the most recent iPTH/80. If further adjustment is required, the dose of paricalcitol capsules should be reduced or withheld until these parameters are normalized.
As iPTH approaches the target range, small, individualized dose adjustments may be necessary in order to achieve a stable iPTH. In situations where monitoring of iPTH, Ca or P occurs less frequently than once per week, a more modest initial and dose titration ratio (e.g., iPTH/100) may be warranted.
- Hospira, Inc.
Paricalcitol | Hospira, Inc.
For intravenous use through hemodialysis vascular access port only.
The recommended starting dose of Paricalcitol Injection is 0.04 mcg/kg to 0.1 mcg/kg (2.8 – 7 mcg) administered through a hemodialysis vascular access port as a bolus dose at any time during dialysis. Dosing should not occur more frequently than every other day. The drug product should not be injected directly into a vein. Dosage should be individualized. If a satisfactory parathyroid hormone (PTH) lowering response is not observed using the recommended starting dose, the dose may be increased by 2 to 4 mcg every 2 to 4 weeks based on PTH levels (refer to Table 1).
Table 1: Suggested Dosage AdjustmentPTH Level at Follow-up Visit
Dosage Adjustment
Above target and PTH increased
Increase
Above target and PTH decreased by less than 30%
Increase
Above target and PTH decreased by 30 to 60%
No Change
Above target and PTH decreased by more than 60%
Decrease
At target and PTH stable
No Change
When initiating Paricalcitol Injection or adjusting Paricalcitol Injection dose, measure serum calcium and phosphorus frequently (e.g., twice weekly) and PTH every 2 to 4 weeks. Once a maintenance dose has been established, serum calcium and phosphorus should be measured at least monthly and plasma PTH every 3 months.
Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration whenever solution and container permit.
- Teva Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc
Paricalcitol | Mylan Institutional Inc.
The dose of prazosin hydrochloride capsules should be adjusted according to the patient’s individual blood pressure response. The following is a guide to its administration:
Initial Dose1 mg two or three times a day (see WARNINGS).
Maintenance DoseDosage may be slowly increased to a total daily dose of 20 mg given in divided doses. The therapeutic dosages most commonly employed have ranged from 6 mg to 15 mg daily given in divided doses. Doses higher than 20 mg usually do not increase efficacy, however a few patients may benefit from further increases up to a daily dose of 40 mg given in divided doses. After initial titration some patients can be maintained adequately on a twice daily dosage regimen.
Use With Other DrugsWhen adding a diuretic or other antihypertensive agent, the dose of prazosin hydrochloride capsules should be reduced to 1 mg or 2 mg three times a day and retitration then carried out.
Concomitant administration of prazosin hydrochloride capsules with a PDE-5 inhibitor can result in additive blood pressure lowering effects and symptomatic hypotension; therefore, PDE-5 inhibitor therapy should be initiated at the lowest dose in patients taking prazosin hydrochloride capsules.
- Banner Pharmacaps
Paricalcitol | Banner Pharmacaps
2.1 Chronic Kidney Disease Stages 3 and 4Paricalcitol capsules may be administered daily or three times a week. When dosing three times weekly, the dose should be administered not more frequently than every other day. The total weekly doses for both daily and three times a week dosage regimens are similar [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ].
Paricalcitol capsules may be taken without regard to food. No dosing adjustment is required in patients with mild and moderate hepatic impairment.
Initial Dose
The initial dose of paricalcitol capsules for CKD Stages 3 and 4 patients is based on baseline intact parathyroid hormone (iPTH) levels.
Baseline iPTH Level Daily Dose Three Times a Week Dose** To be administered not more often than every other day
≤ 500 pg/mL 1 mcg 2 mcg > 500 pg/mL 2 mcg 4 mcgDose Titration
Dosing must be individualized and based on serum or plasma iPTH levels, with monitoring of serum calcium and serum phosphorus. The following is a suggested approach to dose titration.
Dose Adjustment at 2 to 4 Week Intervals iPTH Level Relative to Baseline Paricalcitol Capsule Dose Daily Dosage Three Times a Week Dosage** To be administered not more often than every other day
The same, increased or
decreased by < 30% Increase dose by 1 mcg 2 mcg Decreased by ≥ 30% and ≤ 60% Maintain dose - - Decreased by > 60% or
iPTH < 60 pg/mL Decrease dose by 1 mcg 2 mcgIf a patient is taking the lowest dose, 1 mcg, on the daily regimen and a dose reduction is needed, the dose can be decreased to 1 mcg three times a week. If a further dose reduction is required, the drug should be withheld as needed and restarted at a lower dosing frequency. If a patient is on a calcium-based phosphate binder, the phosphate-binder dose may be decreased or withheld, or the patient may be switched to a non-calcium-based phosphate binder. If hypercalcemia or an elevated Ca x P is observed, the dose of paricalcitol should be reduced or withheld until these parameters are normalized.
Serum calcium and phosphorus levels should be closely monitored after initiation of paricalcitol capsules, during dose titration periods and during co-administration with strong CYP3A inhibitors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3), Drug Interactions (7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ].
2.2 Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5Paricalcitol capsules are to be administered three times a week, not more frequently than every other day.
Paricalcitol capsules may be taken without regard to food. No dosing adjustment is required in patients with mild and moderate hepatic impairment.
Initial Dose
The initial dose of paricalcitol capsules in micrograms is based on a baseline iPTH level (pg/mL)/80. To minimize the risk of hypercalcemia patients should be treated only after their baseline serum calcium has been adjusted to 9.5 mg/dL or lower [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) and Clinical Studies (14.2) ].
Dose Titration
Subsequent dosing should be individualized and based on iPTH, serum calcium and phosphorus levels. A suggested dose titration of paricalcitol capsules is based on the following formula:
Titration dose (micrograms) = most recent iPTH level (pg/ml)/80
Serum calcium and phosphorus levels should be closely monitored after initiation, during dose titration periods, and with co-administration of strong P450 3A inhibitors. If an elevated serum calcium or elevated Ca x P is observed and the patient is on a calcium-based phosphate binder, the binder dose may be decreased or withheld, or the patient may be switched to a non-calcium-based phosphate binder. If serum calcium or Ca x P are elevated, the dose should be decreased by 2 to 4 micrograms lower than that calculated by the most recent iPTH/80. If further adjustment is required, the dose of paricalcitol capsules should be reduced or withheld until these parameters are normalized.
As iPTH approaches the target range, small, individualized dose adjustments may be necessary in order to achieve a stable iPTH. In situations where monitoring of iPTH, Ca or P occurs less frequently than once per week, a more modest initial and dose titration ratio (e.g., iPTH/100) may be warranted.
- Golden State Medical Supply, Inc.
Paricalcitol | Golden State Medical Supply, Inc.
2.1 Chronic Kidney Disease Stages 3 and 4Paricalcitol capsules may be administered daily or three times a week. When dosing three times weekly, the dose should be administered not more frequently than every other day. The total weekly doses for both daily and three times a week dosage regimens are similar [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ].
Paricalcitol capsules may be taken without regard to food. No dosing adjustment is required in patients with mild and moderate hepatic impairment.
Initial DoseThe initial dose of paricalcitol capsules for CKD Stages 3 and 4 patients is based on baseline intact parathyroid hormone (iPTH) levels.
Baseline iPTH Level Daily Dose Three Times a Week Dose* * To be administered not more often than every other day≤ 500 pg/mL
1 mcg
2 mcg
> 500 pg/mL
2 mcg
4 mcg
Dose TitrationDosing must be individualized and based on serum or plasma iPTH levels, with monitoring of serum calcium and serum phosphorus. The following is a suggested approach to dose titration.
Dose Adjustment at 2 to 4 Week Intervals iPTH Level Relative to Baseline Paricalcitol Capsule Dose Daily Dosage Three Times a Week Dosage* * To be administered not more often than every other dayThe same, increased or
decreased by < 30%Increase dose by
1 mcg
2 mcg
Decreased by ≥ 30% and ≤ 60%
Maintain dose
-
-
Decreased by > 60% or
iPTH < 60 pg/mLDecrease dose by
1 mcg
2 mcg
If a patient is taking the lowest dose, 1 mcg, on the daily regimen and a dose reduction is needed, the dose can be decreased to 1 mcg three times a week. If a further dose reduction is required, the drug should be withheld as needed and restarted at a lower dosing frequency. If a patient is on a calcium-based phosphate binder, the phosphate-binder dose may be decreased or withheld, or the patient may be switched to a non-calcium-based phosphate binder. If hypercalcemia or an elevated Ca x P is observed, the dose of paricalcitol should be reduced or withheld until these parameters are normalized.Serum calcium and phosphorus levels should be closely monitored after initiation of paricalcitol capsules, during dose titration periods and during co-administration with strong CYP3A inhibitors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3), Drug Interactions (7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ].
2.2 Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5Paricalcitol capsules are to be administered three times a week, not more frequently than every other day.
Paricalcitol capsules may be taken without regard to food. No dosing adjustment is required in patients with mild and moderate hepatic impairment.
Initial DoseThe initial dose of paricalcitol capsules in micrograms is based on a baseline iPTH level (pg/mL)/80. To minimize the risk of hypercalcemia patients should be treated only after their baseline serum calcium has been adjusted to 9.5 mg/dL or lower [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) and Clinical Studies (14.2) ].
Dose TitrationSubsequent dosing should be individualized and based on iPTH, serum calcium and phosphorus levels. A suggested dose titration of paricalcitol capsules is based on the following formula:
Titration dose (micrograms) = most recent iPTH level (pg/ml)/80
Serum calcium and phosphorus levels should be closely monitored after initiation, during dose titration periods, and with co-administration of strong P450 3A inhibitors. If an elevated serum calcium or elevated Ca x P is observed and the patient is on a calcium-based phosphate binder, the binder dose may be decreased or withheld, or the patient may be switched to a non-calcium-based phosphate binder. If serum calcium or Ca x P are elevated, the dose should be decreased by 2 to 4 micrograms lower than that calculated by the most recent iPTH/80. If further adjustment is required, the dose of paricalcitol capsules should be reduced or withheld until these parameters are normalized.
As iPTH approaches the target range, small, individualized dose adjustments may be necessary in order to achieve a stable iPTH. In situations where monitoring of iPTH, Ca or P occurs less frequently than once per week, a more modest initial and dose titration ratio (e.g., iPTH/100) may be warranted.
- Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Limited
Paricalcitol | Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited
2.1 Chronic Kidney Disease Stages 3 and 4Paricalcitol capsules may be administered daily or three times a week. When dosing three times weekly, the dose should be administered not more frequently than every other day. The total weekly doses for both daily and three times a week dosage regimens are similar [see Clinical Studies ( 14.1 )].
Paricalcitol capsules may be taken without regard to food. No dosing adjustment is required in patients with mild and moderate hepatic impairment.
Initial Dose
The initial dose of paricalcitol capsules for CKD Stages 3 and 4 patients is based on baseline intact parathyroid hormone (iPTH) levels.
Baseline iPTH Level Daily Dose Three Times a Week Dose* ≤ 500 pg/mL 1 mcg 2 mcg > 500 pg/mL 2 mcg 4 mcg * To be administered not more often than every other dayDose Titration
Dosing must be individualized and based on serum or plasma iPTH levels, with monitoring of serum calcium and serum phosphorus. The following is a suggested approach to dose titration.
Dose Adjustment at 2 to 4 Week Intervals iPTH Level Relative to Baseline Paricalcitol Capsule Dose Daily Dosage Three Times a Week Dosage* The same, increased or decreased by < 30% Increase dose by 1 mcg 2 mcg Decreased by ≥ 30% and ≤ 60% Maintain dose - - Decreased by > 60% or
iPTH < 60 pg/mL Decrease dose by 1 mcg 2 mcg * To be administered not more often than every other dayIf a patient is taking the lowest dose, 1 mcg, on the daily regimen and a dose reduction is needed, the dose can be decreased to 1 mcg three times a week. If a further dose reduction is required, the drug should be withheld as needed and restarted at a lower dosing frequency. If a patient is on a calcium-based phosphate binder, the phosphate-binder dose may be decreased or withheld, or the patient may be switched to a non-calcium-based phosphate binder. If hypercalcemia is observed, the dose of paricalcitol should be reduced or withheld until these parameters are normalized.
Serum calcium and phosphorus levels should be closely monitored after initiation of paricalcitol capsules, during dose titration periods and during co-administration with strong CYP3A inhibitors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3), Drug Interactions (7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
- Zydus Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc
Paricalcitol | Zydus Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc
2.1 Chronic Kidney Disease Stages 3 and 4Paricalcitol capsules may be administered daily or three times a week. When dosing three times weekly, the dose should be administered not more frequently than every other day. The total weekly doses for both daily and three times a week dosage regimens are similar [see Clinical Studies (14.1)].
Paricalcitol capsules may be taken without regard to food. No dosing adjustment is required in patients with mild and moderate hepatic impairment.
Initial Dose
The initial dose of paricalcitol capsules for CKD Stages 3 and 4 patients is based on baseline intact parathyroid hormone (iPTH) levels.
Baseline iPTH Level Daily Dose Three Times a Week Dose* ≤ 500 pg/mL 1 mcg 2 mcg > 500 pg/mL 2 mcg 4 mcg * To be administered not more often than every other dayDose Titration
Dosing must be individualized and based on serum or plasma iPTH levels, with monitoring of serum calcium and serum phosphorus. The following is a suggested approach to dose titration.
Dose Adjustment at 2 to 4 Week Intervals iPTH Level Relative to Baseline Paricalcitol Capsule Dose Daily Dosage Three Times a Week Dosage* The same, increased or
decreased by < 30% Increase dose by 1 mcg 2 mcg Decreased by ≥ 30% and ≤ 60% Maintain dose - - Decreased by > 60% or
iPTH < 60 pg/mL Decrease dose by 1 mcg 2 mcg * To be administered not more often than every other dayIf a patient is taking the lowest dose, 1 mcg, on the daily regimen and a dose reduction is needed, the dose can be decreased to 1 mcg three times a week. If a further dose reduction is required, the drug should be withheld as needed and restarted at a lower dosing frequency. If a patient is on a calcium-based phosphate binder, the phosphate-binder dose may be decreased or withheld, or the patient may be switched to a non-calcium-based phosphate binder. If hypercalcemia is observed, the dose of paricalcitol should be reduced or withheld until these parameters are normalized.
Serum calcium and phosphorus levels should be closely monitored after initiation of paricalcitol capsules, during dose titration periods and during co-administration with strong CYP3A inhibitors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3), Drug Interactions (7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
2.2 Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5Paricalcitol capsules are to be administered three times a week, not more frequently than every other day.
Paricalcitol capsules may be taken without regard to food. No dosing adjustment is required in patients with mild and moderate hepatic impairment.
Initial Dose
The initial dose of paricalcitol capsules in micrograms is based on a baseline iPTH level (pg/mL)/80. To minimize the risk of hypercalcemia patients should be treated only after their baseline serum calcium has been adjusted to 9.5 mg/dL or lower [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) and Clinical Studies (14.2)].
Dose Titration
Subsequent dosing should be individualized and based on iPTH, serum calcium and phosphorus levels. A suggested dose titration of paricalcitol capsules is based on the following formula:
Titration dose (micrograms) = most recent iPTH level (pg/ml)/80
Serum calcium and phosphorus levels should be closely monitored after initiation, during dose titration periods, and with co-administration of strong P450 3A inhibitors. If an elevated serum calcium is observed and the patient is on a calcium-based phosphate binder, the binder dose may be decreased or withheld, or the patient may be switched to a non-calcium-based phosphate binder. If serum calcium is elevated, the dose should be decreased by 2 to 4 micrograms lower than that calculated by the most recent iPTH/80. If further adjustment is required, the dose of paricalcitol capsules should be reduced or withheld until these parameters are normalized.
As iPTH approaches the target range, small, individualized dose adjustments may be necessary in order to achieve a stable iPTH. In situations where monitoring of iPTH, Ca or P occurs less frequently than once per week, a more modest initial and dose titration ratio (e.g., iPTH/100) may be warranted.
![Paricalcitol Injection, Solution [Hospira, Inc.]](http://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/image.cfm?setid=b2e4eaa9-bf4d-4fe8-ab2e-d2b1a3a555ca&name=CartonNDC0409-1007-01.jpg)
![Paricalcitol Capsule, Liquid Filled [Teva Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc]](http://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/image.cfm?setid=e6a029b2-802f-4cc5-8795-20e177e8d779&name=image-01.jpg)
![Paricalcitol Capsule, Liquid Filled [Banner Pharmacaps]](http://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/image.cfm?setid=ac3028be-d563-4b0c-86d3-5a7e1c92758c&name=paricalcitol-04.jpg)
![Paricalcitol Capsule, Liquid Filled [Golden State Medical Supply, Inc.]](http://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/image.cfm?setid=8ea3c966-fe36-4e4d-ac92-f2405437a513&name=paricalcitol-04.jpg)
![Paricalcitol Capsule, Liquid Filled [Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Limited]](http://www.recallguide.org/wp-content/themes/recallguide/assets/img/drug-image-placeholder.jpg)
![Paricalcitol Capsule, Liquid Filled [Zydus Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc]](http://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/image.cfm?setid=0f2e6d12-9be9-500d-6ac6-920e0c7c14b1&name=label-paricalcitol-capsules-1mcg-30ct-zydus.jpg)
Login To Your Free Account