Medicine detail

Cinacalcet

Used for: Cinacalcet is a positive modulator of the calcium sensing receptor indicated for: Secondary Hyperparathyroidism (HPT) in adult patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) on dialysis. ( 1.1 ) Limitations of Use : Cinacalcet tablets are not indicated for use in patients with CKD who are not on dialysis Hypercalcemia in adult patients with Parathyroid Carcinoma (PC).

Bone health medicine Bone health medicines ID 1634
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What It Is Used For

Used for: Cinacalcet is a positive modulator of the calcium sensing receptor indicated for: Secondary Hyperparathyroidism (HPT) in adult patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) on dialysis. ( 1.1 ) Limitations of Use : Cinacalcet tablets are not indicated for use in patients with CKD who are not on dialysis Hypercalcemia in adult patients with Parathyroid Carcinoma (PC).

Active Ingredient

CINACALCET

Chemical Name

CINACALCET

Common Brands

CINACALCET

Generic / Alternate Names

CINACALCET

Tracking Note

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Clinical links

Linked conditions and symptoms

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Malnutrition

Commonly used for bone density, fracture-risk, vitamin D, or calcium-related care depending on the medicine or supplement.

General medicine common use