Calcitriol

Uses

Calcitriol is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.

How it Works

Calcitriol is known as a type of vitamin D. Calcitriol helps to regulate the amount of two minerals in the body called calcium and phosphate. All three of these substances are important for maintaining healthy, strong bones and teeth.Calcitriol also provides essential nutrients.

Common Side effects

Patients who take Calcitriol may suffer from such side effects;

Frequent urge to urinate,
Dry mouth,
Weight loss,
Bone pain,
Bitter taste,
Constipation,
Headache,
Muscle pain,
Loss of appetite,
Abdominal pain,
Nausea,
Excessive thirst,
Weakness,
Vomiting

Calcium

Uses

Calcium is used as a supplement in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.

How it Works

Calcium is taken for treating kidney problems at times the levels phosphate can be too high in people with chronic kidney disease. Calcium works by bindinding to the phosphate and this allows phosphate to be removed, helping to keep the levels normal.Calcium supplements are also taken alongside other medicines for preventing or treating thinning of the bones causing osteoporosis.

Common Side effects

Patients who take Calcium may suffer from such side effects;

Kidney stone,
Flatulence,
Constipation,
Nausea,
Vomiting,
Abdominal bloating,
Altered heart rate,
Abnormal heart rhythm

Biotin

Uses

Biotin is a nutritional supplement used in the treatment of nutritional deficiency for vitamin B.

How it Works

Biotin helps to ensure there is no vitamin B deficiency. Biotin helps the body break down fats, carbohydrates, and other substances. Biotin also supports the health of the skin, nerves, digestive tract, metabolism, and cells. Biotin may also help to treat some types of nerve pathology, such as the peripheral neuropathy that can result from kidney failure or diabetes.

Common Side effects

Some of the potential side effects of Biotin can include the symptoms below;

Hair loss,
Dry skin,
Scaly rash around the eyes or mouth,
Dry eyes,
Fatigue,
Depression

Magnesium

Uses

Magnesium is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.

How it Works

Magnesium is a naturally occurring mineral. Magnesium provides essential nutrients for the body. Magnesium is important for many systems in the body especially the muscles and nerves.