Alfacalcidol (CEP-2024-060)
Japanese Name: アルファカルシドール
USP/EP Name: Alfacalcidol
Molecular formula: C27H44O2
CAS No.: 41294-56-8
Characteristic: White crystalline powder; odorless; light-, moisture-, and heat-liable.
Freely soluble in ethanol or dichloromethane, soluble in ether, and practically insoluble in water.
● Alfacalcidol, a vitamin D3 analog, promotes active intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphate, enhances bone mineralization[1].
● Alfacalcidol is indicated for the treatment of osteoporosis, chronic renal failure, hypoparathyroidism, vitamin D-resistant rickets and osteomalacia.
Recommended dosage: 0.25 to 0.5 μg once daily.
● This product from Heron Pharma complies with USP, EP and ChP.
Reference：
[1] Schacht E, Richy F, Reginster JY. The therapeutic effects of alfacalcidol on bone strength, muscle metabolism and prevention of falls and fractures. J Musculoskelet Neuronal Interact. 2005;5(3):273-284.
