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Doxercalciferol Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 4, 2023.

Applies to the following strengths: 0.5 mcg; 2.5 mcg; 1 mcg; 2 mcg/mL

Usual Adult Dose for Secondary Hyperparathyroidism

Intravenous dosing for patients on dialysis:
Initial dose:

Maintenance dose:

Oral dosing for patients on dialysis:
Initial dose:
Maintenance dose:
Maximum dose: 20 mcg, orally, three times a week

Oral dosing, pre-dialysis, Stage 3 or 4 Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD):
Initial dose:
Maintenance dose:
Maximum dose: 3.5 mcg orally once a day

Comments:

Uses: Treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism in patients with chronic kidney disease on dialysis, or patients with Stage 3 or 4 chronic kidney disease.

Renal Dose Adjustments

See Usual Adult Dose

Data not available for Stage 2 chronic kidney disease

Liver Dose Adjustments

Use with caution.

Precautions

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 18 years.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

See Usual Adult Dose

Other Comments

Storage requirements:


Monitoring:

Patient advice:

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.