Zemplar (Paricalcitol)

Alternate Name: Zemplar

Description: Paricalcitol is a prescription medication used as a treatment for overactive thyroid glands. The average price of Paricalcitol is around $306 for a supply of 30, 1 mcg liquid filled capsules. Use our LowerMyRx savings offer to get great discounts on Paricalcitol at participating pharmacies near you.

Dosage Form: Capsule

Administration Route: By mouth

Drug Class: Endocrine-Metabolic Agent

Generic Available: Yes

Strength: 1 MCG

Warnings: Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, bone disease, heart disease, heart rhythm problems (such as arrhythmia), or seizures. This medicine may cause the following problems:Hypercalcemia (high levels of calcium in the blood)Increase aluminum in the blood and may cause harm to your bones Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments. Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone. Dry mouth, increased thirst, muscle cramps, nausea, or vomiting. Eye redness, or sensitivity to light. Fast, slow, or pounding heartbeat. Feeling confused, depressed, or nervous. Fever, chills, cough, sore throat, and body aches. Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting. Numbness, tingling, or burning pain in your hands, arms, legs, or feet. Severe muscle pain or bone pain. Sudden and severe stomach pain. Sudden weight loss or loss of appetite. Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet.

Food Warnings: Some foods and medicines can affect how paricalcitol works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Boceprevir, cholestyramine, clarithromycin, conivaptan, digoxin, indinavir, itraconazole, ketoconazole, lopinavir/ritonavir, mibefradil, mineral oil, nefazodone, nelfinavir, posaconazole, ritonavir, saquinavir, telaprevir, telithromycin, voriconazoleDiuretic (water pill), Do not use vitamin D, phosphate, or calcium supplements, or antacids or binders containing aluminum without asking your doctor., Your doctor may tell you to limit your dietary intake of phosphate. Foods that are high in phosphate include beans, beer, chocolate, cheese, cola soft drinks, ice cream, milk, nuts, peas, whole grain products, and yogurt., Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while you are using this medicine.