
Medically Reviewed By
Dr. Aditya Singh, MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Reg No: MCI-654321 • Verified Medical Reviewer
Mimpara
(cinacalcet)
Uses, side effects, dosage information & price range
About this medicine
Secondary hyperparathyroidism Adults Treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism (HPT) in adult patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD) on maintenance dialysis therapy. Paediatric population Treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism (HPT) in children aged 3 years and older with end stage renal disease (ESRD) on maintenance dialysis therapy in whom secondary HPT is not adequately controlled with standard of care therapy. Mimpara may be used as part of a therapeutic regimen including phosphate binders and/or Vitamin D sterols, as appropriate. Parathyroid carcinoma and primary hyperparathyroidism in adults. Reduction of hypercalcaemia in adult patients with: parathyroid carcinoma; primary HPT for whom parathyroidectomy would be indicated on the basis of serum calcium levels (as defined by relevant treatment guidelines), but in whom parathyroidectomy is not clinically appropriate or is contraindicated.
Common Substitutes & Alternatives
These medicines share the same salt composition or therapeutic category and can be used as substitutes under professional medical supervision.
Key Information
Salt / Composition
cinacalcet
Category
Calcium homeostasis
Manufacturer
Amgen Europe B.V.
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