CALCITRIOL prevents and treats low calcium levels in people with kidney disease. It may also be used in people with parathyroid gland conditions. It works by increasing the amount of calcium in your body. It also helps regulate parathyroid hormone levels. It is a form of vitamin D.
CINACALCET treats an overactive parathyroid gland (hyperparathyroidism) in people with kidney disease. It works by lowering parathyroid hormone levels in your body, which lowers calcium and phosphorus levels. This supports bone health. It may also be used to treat high calcium levels in people with parathyroid gland conditions.
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