What is the dosage of Hectorol?

Hectorol is available in 3 dosages, including 2 mcg/ml Injection 1 ml, 2 mcg/ml Sol and 2 mcg/ml Injection 2 ml

Hectorol Prescribing & Dosing Schedule

Q: What does Hectorol treat?

Hectorol treats Hyperparathyroidism

Q: What is Hectorol made of?

Hectorol contains doxercalciferol which is a Vitamin D2 Analog

Q: How is Hectorol administered?

Hectorol is administered as a Injectable

Last Update: Oct, 17 2024

Hectorol(doxercalciferol)

HECTOROL 2 MCG in 1 ML Injection

NO BOXED WARNING

Dosage & Administration

* Before initiating treatment, ensure serum calcium is not above the upper limit of normal.
* Dosage for HECTOROL capsules in patients with:
* Stage 3 or 4 CKD: Initiate dosing at 1 mcg orally once daily. Maximum dose is 3.5 mcg once daily.
* CKD on dialysis: Initiate dosing at 10 mcg orally three times weekly at dialysis (no more frequently than every other day). Maximum dose is 20 mcg three times weekly for a total of 60 mcg weekly.

* Dosage for HECTOROL injection in patients with CKD on dialysis: Initiate dosing at 4 mcg by bolus intravenous administration three times weekly at the end of dialysis (no more frequently than every other day). Maximum dose is 18 mcg weekly.
* Target the maintenance dose of HECTOROL to intact parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels within the desired therapeutic range and serum calcium within normal limits.
* See Full Prescribing Information for dose titration, laboratory monitoring, and important administration instructions.