Warnings


What may interact with Zemplar?

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:

-vitamin D
This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

-antiviral medicines for HIV or AIDS
-certain antibiotics like clarithromycin, telithromycin
-certain medicines for cholesterol like cholestyramine, colestipol
-certain medicines for fungal infections like ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, voriconazole
-certain medicines for seizures like phenobarbital
-conivaptan
-digoxin
-diuretics
-grapefruit juice
-mineral oil
-nefazodone
-orlistat
-some antacids and vitamins

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Zemplar?

They need to know if you have any of the following conditions:
-liver disease
-too much calcium, phosphorus, or vitamin D in your blood
-an unusual or allergic reaction to paricalcitol, vitamin D, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Zemplar?

Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. You will need to have important lab work done while you are taking this medicine.

You will need to be on a special diet while you are taking this medicine. Do not take any non-prescription medicines that have vitamin D, phosphorus, or magnesium including antacids, unless directed by your doctor. Take calcium only as directed. The extra supplements can cause side effects.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.