Cincalth 30mg Tablet is used to treat high calcium levels in the blood and hyperparathyroidism. It works by controlling the levels of parathyroid hormone (PTH), calcium, and phosphorus in your body.
Cincalth 30mg Tablet may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It best taken with a meal or shortly after a meal. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop taking the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so.
The most common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, nausea, rash, muscle pain, diarrhea, hypertension, dizziness, chest pain, and loss of appetite. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away with time or get worse, or if you experienced any other symptoms which you think are caused by this medicine.
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or ever had seizures (fits or convulsions). You should also tell your doctor all the other medications you are taking. If you have low levels of calcium in your body, you should not take this medicine. Your doctor may monitor your blood calcium level while on treatment with this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should ask their doctors' advice before taking this medicine.
Cincalth 30mg Tablet is used to manage hyperparathyroidism by helping lower parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels. This supports better bone health and reduces complications related to overactive parathyroid glands.
In High calcium levels in the blood
Cincalth 30mg Tablet helps reduce abnormally high calcium levels in the blood, especially when caused by parathyroid disorders. It can help relieve symptoms like fatigue, nausea, and confusion associated with high calcium.
Side effects of Cincalth Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Cincalth
Vomiting
Nausea
Muscle pain
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Chest pain
Rash
High blood pressure
Loss of appetite
How to use Cincalth Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cincalth 30mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.
How Cincalth Tablet works
Cincalth 30mg Tablet works by lowering a chemical (parathyroid hormone), which makes calcium level go back to normal.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cincalth 30mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Cincalth 30mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cincalth 30mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Cincalth 30mg Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive. Dizziness and seizures have been reported by patients taking Cincalth 30mg Tablet. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
CAUTION
Cincalth 30mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Cincalth 30mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Cincalth Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Cincalth 30mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Cincalth 30mg Tablet treats hyperparathyroidism and high calcium levels in the blood.
It should be taken with or shortly after food.
Cincalth 30mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you start or stop smoking during treatment with Cincalth 30mg Tablet.
Your doctor may monitor your calcium levels regularly during treatment with Cincalth 30mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of low calcium levels such as numbness or tingling around the mouth or muscle aches.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures, heart problems, or liver problems.
Cincalth 30mg Tablet treats hyperparathyroidism and high calcium levels in the blood.
It should be taken with or shortly after food.
Cincalth 30mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you start or stop smoking during treatment with Cincalth 30mg Tablet.
Your doctor may monitor your calcium levels regularly during treatment with Cincalth 30mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of low calcium levels such as numbness or tingling around the mouth or muscle aches.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures, heart problems, or liver problems.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Naphthalene derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action Class
Calcimimetic Agents
Interaction with drugs
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Cincalth 30mg Tablet can be taken with any meal once daily. The tablet should be taken at a fixed time in order to prevent from forgetting to take the dose. It should be taken orally once daily after food. The dose and duration of therapy is decided by the doctor based on your response to the therapy and blood test parameters.
Can Cincalth 30mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, Cincalth 30mg Tablet can cause diarrhea in patients during treatment. This medicine may cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea as common side effects. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any such side effects.
Does the Cincalth 30mg Tablet contains lactose?
Sometimes lactose is used while preparing Cincalth 30mg Tablet. Hence, before starting the medication inform your doctor if you have been diagnosed with any sugar intolerance like lactose intolerance.
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