calcitriol

Frequently asked questions

What does Calcitriol treat?

Calcitriol (Calcitriol) may be used to treat hyperparathyroidism, hypocalcemia, psoriasis, rickets, vitamin e deficiency, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How much does Calcitriol cost?

Nobody can tell you what you will pay — your price is set by your insurer's formulary, your deductible and the pharmacy's markup, and none of those are published. What IS published is what the pharmacy paid to acquire it: about $5.08 for 30, per the CMS NADAC survey. Treat that as the floor, not the quote — ask the pharmacist for the cash price as well as your copay, because for cheap generics the cash price often wins.

Is there a coupon or discount for Calcitriol?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Calcitriol. To pay less, Calcitriol is already a generic — usually the lowest-cost version — so the main levers are comparing cash prices between pharmacies and using a pharmacy discount-card service. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Calcitriol?

Calcitriol is marketed by Am Regent. You can see Am Regent's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Calcitriol a brand-name or generic drug?

Calcitriol is a generic medication; its active ingredient is Calcitriol. Generics contain the same active ingredient as the brand-name original and are usually lower cost.

Is Calcitriol available over the counter?

No. Calcitriol is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Calcitriol come in?

Calcitriol is currently marketed as capsule, injectable, topical and solution, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Calcitriol?

Calcitriol is classified as vitamin d3 analog, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Calcitriol FDA-registered?

Calcitriol is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number ANDA075746. You can verify this on its official FDA label.