Calcitriol is a man-made form of vitamin D that helps control parathyroid hormone and the levels of certain minerals needed for building and keeping strong bones. It is used in patients with kidney disease who can't make enough of the active form of Vitamin D. This medication is also used to prevent and treat certain types of calcium, phosphorus, and parathyroid problems that can happen with long-term kidney dialysis or hypoparathyroidism. Calcitriol is usually taken along with specific diet recommendations and sometimes other medications. It is important to follow the daily dosage and take it at the optimal time to get the most benefit.
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