Cinacalcet
Warnings
What may interact with Cinacalcet?
Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-Thioridazine
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Erythromycin
-Flecainide
-Grapefruit juice
-Medications for depression, anxiety, or mental health conditions
-Medications for fungal infections, such as fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, voriconazole
-Medications for pain
-Medications for sleep
-St. John's Wort
-Vinblastine
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Cinacalcet
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Heart disease
-History of irregular heartbeat
-Liver disease
-Low levels of calcium in the blood
-Seizures
-Stomach or intestine problems
-An unusual or allergic reaction to cinacalcet, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using Cinacalcet?
Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Your care team will order important blood tests while you are taking this medication.
Check your blood pressure as directed. Know what your blood pressure should be and when to contact your care team.
This medication alters the calcium level in your blood. You may need to be on a special diet. Talk to your care team about the foods you eat and the vitamins you take.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F).
Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date. To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, check the label or package insert to see if the medication should be thrown out in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. If you are not sure, ask your care team. If it is safe to put it in the trash, empty the medication out of the container. Mix the medication with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or other unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.
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