Author Details
Written By
MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By
MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated
05 Feb 2024 | 10:24 AM (IST)

We provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information

Want to know more

Have issue with the content?

Report Problem

Rocaltrol Capsule

Prescription Required
Marketer
SALT COMPOSITION
Storage
Store below 25°C
arrow
arrow

Product introduction

Rocaltrol Capsule is the active form of vitamin D. It increases the levels of vitamin D in your blood which in turn raises calcium levels in the blood by helping in the absorption of more calcium from your intestine. This way it helps in the treatment of calcium deficiency and metabolic bone disease.

Rocaltrol Capsule is also beneficial in increasing muscle mass, helps in the prevention and treatment of hypocalcemia, as well as helps in reducing fatigue and muscular pains. It boosts immunity and increases body resistance against infection.

This medicine is to be taken in the dosage as advised by the doctor. Consult your doctor if you plan to take any other form of vitamin D along with this medicine.

This medicine is generally tolerated with little or no side effects. In patients with kidney disease patients, dose adjustment may be required. Discussed with your doctor. Avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol while on treatment with this medicine.

Uses of Rocaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule

Benefits of Rocaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule

In Treatment of Calcium deficiency

Rocaltrol Capsule is an active form of vitamin D. This medicine helps in increasing the levels of vitamin D in your blood which in turn helps in the absorption of more calcium from your intestine. Calcium is a mineral found in different places in your body and has many functions including bone growth. Your heart, muscles, and nerves also need calcium to function properly. Additionally, it can boost your immunity and increase body resistance against various infections.

In Treatment of Metabolic Bone disease

Rocaltrol Capsule helps in metabolic bone diseases by promoting calcium absorption and regulating calcium and phosphate levels in the body. By increasing calcium absorption, this medicine helps maintain adequate levels of calcium in the bloodstream, which is crucial for the formation and maintenance of healthy bones. It also enhances bone strength and improves overall bone health and reduces the risk of fractures. This way it helps maintaining bone health and preventing bone loss.

Side effects of Rocaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule

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 Rocaltrol

  • No common side effects seen

How to use Rocaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule

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. Rocaltrol Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Rocaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule works

Rocaltrol Capsule is used to treat and prevent low levels of calcium and bone disease in patients whose kidneys or parathyroid glands (glands in the neck that release natural substances to control the amount of calcium in the blood) are not working normally. Calcitriol (a vitamin D analogs) works by helping the body to use more of the calcium found in foods or supplements and regulating the body's production of parathyroid hormone.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Rocaltrol Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rocaltrol Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rocaltrol Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
While on treatment with Rocaltrol Capsule, serum calcium levels of the mother and infant should be monitored.
Driving
SAFE
Rocaltrol Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Rocaltrol Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rocaltrol Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, regular monitoring of phosphate levels may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rocaltrol Capsule is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Rocaltrol Capsule is recommended.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Rocaltrol Capsule is used for the treatment of calcium deficiency and metabolic bone disease.
  • Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems, or if you have ever had kidney stones.
  • Inform your doctor if you are taking an iron supplement, as the absorption rate might be affected.
  • Along with taking Rocaltrol Capsule, maintain a healthy lifestyle, include calcium-rich food in your diet, exercise (regular weight-bearing exercise) with your doctor's advice, and take proper measures to reduce the risk of falls.
  • It is recommended that you take Rocaltrol Capsule at bedtime, preferably at least 2 hours after dinner. You may lie down immediately after taking it if you wish.
  • If you take antacids (medicines to relieve heartburn) or medicines containing calcium you should take them at least 2 hours after taking Rocaltrol Capsule to avoid interference.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Vitamin D Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action Class
Vitamins

Interaction with drugs

Taking Rocaltrol with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Brand(s): Orli-Misia, Redufat, Orlistat
Serious

Patient concerns

arrow
What is rison of pain or bone and all body
Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari
Ayurveda
May be deficiency of calcium and vitamin D
I has some vibrations on sides of the hip. What is the reason?
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
Can be nutritional deficiency or bone problem
arrow

User feedback


FAQs

Q. What is Rocaltrol Capsule? What is it used for?

Rocaltrol Capsule is the active form of Vitamin D. It increases the levels of Vitamin D in your blood which helps to increase calcium levels in the blood by increasing the absorption rate of calcium from your intestine. Thus, it is used in the treatment of calcium deficiency and postmenopausal osteoporosis.

Q. Is Rocaltrol Capsule effective?

Rocaltrol Capsule is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Rocaltrol Capsule too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. How should Rocaltrol Capsule be taken?

Rocaltrol Capsule should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. However, it would be best to take it at the same time each day to avoid the chances of missing a dose.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Rocaltrol Capsule?

If you forget a dose of Rocaltrol Capsule, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Q. Is Rocaltrol Capsule safe?

Rocaltrol Capsule is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Related lab tests

Want to share the information?

Disclaimer:

Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.

References

  1. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Calcitriol [Product Label]. Baden, Germany: Catalent Germany Eberbach GmbH; 2019. [Accessed 20 Jun, 2023] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Calcitriol [Product Monograph]. Mississauga, Ontario: Hoffmann-La Roche Limited; 2016. [Accessed 20 Jun, 2023] (online) Available from:External Link

Manufacturer details

Name: Abbott India Ltd
Address: Abbott India Ltd, 16th Floor, Godrej BKC, Plot C, Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400 051, India

Marketer details

Name: Abbott
Address: 16th Floor, Godrej BKC, Plot – C, “G” Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai – 400 051, India
Country of origin: Germany
Expires on or after: July, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Rocaltrol Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

In case of any issues, contact us

Email ID: [email protected]
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

255.6312.43Get 18% OFF
230.04+ free shipping withCare Plan Logo
Inclusive of all taxes
This offer price is valid on orders above ₹1799. Apply coupon HEALTHALL on the cart. Max. coupon discount is ₹280. T&C apply.
10.0 soft gelatin capsules in 1 strip
Add to cart
Cash on delivery available
Earliest delivery by 3pm, Today
Delivering to:
110020, New DelhiDown Arrow Icon

Additional offers

Amazon Pay Later: Pay with Amazon Pay Later on Tata 1mg for Rs. 499 and more and earn cashback up to Rs. 300 with minimum cashback of Rs. 15. Offer ends 31st March'24.
Show more show_more

INDIA’S LARGEST HEALTHCARE PLATFORM

260m+
Visitors
31m+
Orders Delivered
1800+
Cities
Get the link to download App
Reliable

All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies. All labs listed on the platform are accredited

Secure

Tata 1mg uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) 128-bit encryption and is Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliant

Affordable

Find affordable medicine substitutes, save up to 50% on health products, up to 80% off on lab tests and free doctor consultations.

LegitScript approved
India's only LegitScript and ISO/ IEC 27001 certified online healthcare platform

Know more about Tata 1mgdownArrow

Access medical and health information

Tata 1mg provides you with medical information which is curated, written and verified by experts, accurate and trustworthy. Our experts create high-quality content about medicines, diseases, lab investigations, Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products, Ayurvedic herbs/ingredients, and alternative remedies.

Order medicines online

Get free medicine home delivery in over 1800 cities across India. You can also order Ayurvedic, Homeopathic and other Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products. Your safety is our top priority. All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies.

Book lab tests

Book any lab tests and preventive health packages from certified labs and get tested from the comfort of your home. Enjoy free home sample collection, view reports online and consult a doctor online for free.

Consult a doctor online

Got a health query? Consult doctors online from the comfort of your home for free. Chat privately with our registered medical specialists to connect directly with verified doctors. Your privacy is guaranteed.