What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
- High levels of calcium, phosphorus, or vitamin D in the blood
- On hemodialysis
- An unusual or allergic reaction to calcifediol, vitamin D, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- Breast-feeding
What may interact with this medication?
Do not take this medication with any of the following:
This medication may also interact with the following:
- Calcium supplements
- Certain antibiotics, such as clarithromycin or telithromycin
- Certain medications for cholesterol, such as cholestyramine
- Certain medications for seizures, such as phenobarbital
- Digoxin
- Diuretics, such as hydrochlorothiazide
- Medications for fungal infections, such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole
- Medications for HIV called protease inhibitors
- Nefazodone
- Phosphate-binding agents
- Vitamin D
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medication?
Visit your care team for regular checkups. It may be some time before you see the benefit from this medication. Do not stop taking your medication unless your care team tells you to. Your care team may order blood tests or other tests to see how you are doing.
You may need to follow a special diet. Talk to your care team. Do not take any non-prescription medications that have vitamin D, phosphorus, magnesium, or calcium including antacids, unless directed by your care team.