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Comparing Zemplar

Zemplar

paricalcitol

Prescribed for Secondary Hyperparathyroidism. Zemplar may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

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Prescription only

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Side Effects

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Pricing and Coupons

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Quantity 25 mL
Dosage 5 mcg/mL
Per Unit* $16.16
Cost* $403.92
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Generic Availability

Yes

Dosage Form(s) Available
  • Intravenous solution
  • Oral capsule

Brand Names

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Half Life

The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value.

15 hours

CSA Schedule**

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N
Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.

Pregnancy Category
C
Category C Risk cannot be ruled out

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FDA Alerts

N/A

Drug Interactions

A total of 209 drugs are known to interact with Zemplar:

  • 30 major drug interactions (206 brand and generic names)
  • 179 moderate drug interactions (670 brand and generic names)
  • 0 minor drug interactions (0 brand and generic names)

Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions

No results found - however, this does not necessarily mean no warnings exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

Disease Interactions

First Approval Date

May 26, 2005

WADA Class

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N/A

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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.

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