The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
Stage 3 or 4 CKD:
- Infection (30%)
- Constipation (26%)
- Runny nose (22%)
- Cough (19%)
- Shortness of breath (19%)
- "Pin and needles" feeling in arms or legs (15%)
- Weakness (15%)
CKD on dialysis:
- Swelling (34%)
- Not feeling well (28%)
- Headache (28%)
- Nausea or vomiting (21%)
- Dizziness (12%)
- Shortness of breath (12%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Loss of appetite
- Upset stomach
- Joint pain
- Chest pain
- Itchiness
- Slow heart beat
- Sleep problems
Doxercalciferol serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- High blood calcium levels: fatigue, muscle weakness, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, bone pain, depression, confusion
- Serious allergic reaction: anaphylaxis; swelling of the face, lips, or airways; chest discomfort; shortness of breath
Source: DailyMed
The following Doxercalciferol side effects have also been reported
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
- Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
- High calcium level—increased thirst or amount of urine, nausea, vomiting, confusion, unusual weakness or fatigue, bone pain
- High phosphorus level—muscle pain or cramps, bone or joint pain, numbness and tingling around the mouth
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Loss of appetite
- Metallic taste in mouth
- Nausea
- Vomiting
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