Boneheel 0.5 mcg Tablets (Alfacalcidol)
₨700.00
Boneheel 0.5 mcg Tablets (Alfacalcidol)
Generic Name: Alfacalcidol (Vitamin D analogue)
Strength: 0.5 mcg per tablet
Pack Size: 3 × 10’s
Trade Price (T.P): PKR 595/-
Maximum Retail Price (M.R.P): PKR 700/-
Description:
Boneheel 0.5 mcg Tablets contain Alfacalcidol (1α-hydroxycholecalciferol), a synthetic vitamin D analogue used to manage hypocalcemia, secondary hyperparathyroidism, osteodystrophy, and bone mineralization disorders associated with chronic kidney disease, rickets, osteomalacia, and osteoporosis ([turn0search1]turn0search12]).
Key Features:
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Enhances intestinal calcium and phosphate absorption, promotes bone mineralization
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Bypasses kidney activation—effective even in renal impairment
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Helps reduce parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels in hypocalcemia
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Well-established efficacy in managing bone and mineral disorders
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More predictable effects compared to native vitamin D3 ([turn0search1]turn0search4])
Dosage & Administration:
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Adults and adolescents (>20 kg): 0.5 mcg once daily, ideally after breakfast
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Elderly patients: Often maintained at 0.5 mcg daily; some may require up to 1 mcg/day based on biochemical response ([turn0search4]turn0search11])
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Dose adjustments may be required based on serum calcium, phosphate, and PTH levels, typically monitored every 1–4 weeks initially
Precautions:
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Contraindicated in hypercalcemia or history of vitamin D toxicity
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Caution in renal impairment, cardiac disease, or disorders of calcium metabolism
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May cause headache, nausea, hypercalciuria, hypercalcemia, or muscle weakness
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Avoid co-administration with thiazide diuretics or digitalis due to risk of calcium-related arrhythmias ([turn0search4]turn0search5])
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Requires periodic monitoring of serum electrolytes and renal function
Storage:
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Store below 25 °C in a dry, cool place
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Protect from light and moisture
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Keep out of reach of children
Disclaimer:
This is a prescription-only medication. Use only under the guidance of a licensed healthcare professional. The information provided is for reference and does not replace medical advice. Always follow your doctor’s instructions.
