ALFA D 20ML DROPS

Alfa‑D 20 mL drops (Alfacalcidol 2 mcg/mL) — its uses, benefits, side effects, and precautions:

d What Is Alfa‑D Drops?

• Generic name: Alfacalcidol (a synthetic analog of Vitamin D₃), available as a 2 mcg/mL oral solution in a 20 mL dropper bottle 

• It's a pro‑drug converted in the liver into active Vitamin D (calcitriol), bypassing the need for kidney activation — ideal for patients with kidney impairment 

Uses & Benefits

• Treats hypocalcemia (low blood calcium) and hypophosphatemia, especially secondary to kidney or parathyroid disorders, nutritional deficits, rickets, osteomalacia, and renal osteodystrophy 

• Enhances absorption of calcium and phosphate in the intestines and kidneys, helping strengthen bones and regulate parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels 

• Particularly effective in patients with chronic renal failure or reduced kidney function, since activation doesn't rely on kidney hydroxylation

 Side Effects & Risks

Common (usually mild):

• Gastrointestinal discomfort: nausea, vomiting, constipation, loss of appetite 

• General symptoms: fatigue, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, thirst, polyuria (frequent urination)Skin reactions: itching, rash, urticaria; occasionally sweating or metallic taste