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Cinacalcet

A tablet that lowers parathyroid hormone and calcium in certain conditions.

Clinical information

Common uses

secondary hyperparathyroidism in dialysis patients
high calcium in parathyroid carcinoma
severe high calcium in primary hyperparathyroidism when surgery isn't possible

Common side effects

nausea
vomiting

Cautions

can cause dangerously low calcium — levels monitored carefully
do not start if calcium is already low
stomach bleeding risk — report symptoms promptly
not for children

Interactions

strong CYP3A4 inhibitors raise cinacalcet levels
medicines metabolized by CYP2D6 may need dose changes

Pregnancy: limited human data — talk to your doctor

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: DailyMed, dailymed.nlm.nih.gov, cinacalcet tablet label, setid 330b4214-dba7-468c-a67e-b1057f4628da (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations3

Brand name	Dosage form	Strength	Importer	Category
Cinacalcet	Tablet	60mg	—	POM
Cinacalcet	Tablet	90mg	—	POM
Cinacalcet	Tablet	30mg	—	POM