Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) summary
The
full CMI on the next page has more details. If you are worried about using this medicine,
speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
1. Why am I using CINACALCET VIATRIS?
CINACALCET VIATRIS contains the active ingredient cinacalcet. CINACALCET VIATRIS is
used to treat secondary hyperparathyroidism, primary hyperparathyroidism and high
blood calcium levels in people with cancer of the parathyroid gland.
For more information, see Section
1. Why am I using CINACALCET VIATRIS? in the full CMI.
2. What should I know before I use CINACALCET VIATRIS?
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to cinacalcet or any of the ingredients
listed at the end of the CMI.
Talk to your doctor if you have any other medical conditions, take any other medicines,
or are pregnant or plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
For more information, see Section
2. What should I know before I use CINACALCET VIATRIS? in the full CMI.
3. What if I am taking other medicines?
4. How do I use CINACALCET VIATRIS?
Secondary hyperparathyroidism: the usual starting dose for this medicine is 30 mg (one tablet) once per day.
Primary hyperparathyroidism/cancer of the parathyroid gland: the usual starting dose for this medicine is 30 mg (one tablet) twice per day.
Should be taken orally either with, or shortly after food.
5. What should I know while using CINACALCET VIATRIS?
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Things you should do
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Remind any doctor, dentist or pharmacist you visit that you are using CINACALCET VIATRIS.
If you are going to have surgery, tell the surgeon or anaesthetist that you are taking
this medicine.
If you are about to have any blood tests, tell your doctor that you are taking this
medicine.
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Things you should not do
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Do not take CINACALCET VIATRIS to treat any other complaints unless your doctor tells
you to.
Do not give your medicine to anyone else, even if they have the same condition as
you.
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Driving or using machines
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Be careful before you drive or use any machines or tools until you know how CINACALCET
VIATRIS affects you. CINACALCET VIATRIS may cause dizziness in some people.
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Drinking alcohol
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Tell your doctor if you drink alcohol.
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Looking after your medicine
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Keep your tablets in a cool dry place where the temperature stays below 25°C.
Keep it where young children cannot reach it.
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6. Are there any side effects?
Speak to your doctor if you have any of these less serious side effects and they worry
you: nausea and vomiting, dizziness or light headedness or worsening of a heart condition,
rash.
Call your doctor straight away, or go straight to the Emergency Department at your
nearest hospital if you notice any of these serious side effects: lower calcium level, seizure, bleeding from the stomach or intestines, allergic reaction,
skin rash over a large area of the body, swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue
or throat, shortness of breath, wheezing, faintness, rapid pulse, etc.
For more information, including what to do if you have any side effects, see Section
6. Are there any side effects? in the full CMI.
Active ingredient(s):
cinacalcet hydrochloride
Full Consumer Medicine Information (CMI)
This leaflet provides important information about using CINACALCET VIATRIS. You should also speak to your doctor or pharmacist if you would like further information
or if you have any concerns or questions about using CINACALCET VIATRIS.
Where to find information in this leaflet:
1. Why am I using CINACALCET VIATRIS?
CINACALCET VIATRIS contains the active ingredient cinacalcet hydrochloride.
CINACALCET VIATRIS is used to tr
ea
t:
a condition called secondary hyperparathyroidism (high-perpara-THIGH-royd-izm) in
people with kidney disease who require dialysis treatment.
a condition called primary hyperparathyroidism when surgical removal of the parathyroid
gland is not a treatment option.
high blood calcium levels in people with cancer of the parathyroid gland.
Secondary hyperparathyroidism
Kidney disease can cause a condition called secondary hyperparathyroidism, which can
have a big impact on your health. Four small glands located behind the thyroid gland
in your neck are called parathyroid glands. They make a hormone called parathyroid
hormone (PTH). Normally, PTH makes sure you have just enough calcium and phosphorus
in your blood to keep your bones, heart, muscles, nerves and blood vessels working
well. When your kidneys are working properly, PTH keeps your calcium and phosphorus
levels normal by moving the right amounts of calcium and phosphorus in and out of
your bones.
When your kidneys aren't working properly, the calcium and phosphorus balance in your
body is upset, and your parathyroid glands send out too much PTH to your body. This
condition is called secondary hyperparathyroidism, and it can cause bone disease and
also may be a risk factor for heart disease and abnormal calcium deposits in blood
vessels and other parts of the body. This medicine lowers PTH by telling your parathyroid
glands to stop releasing too much PTH into your blood. It also lowers your calcium
and phosphorus levels.
Primary hyperparathyroidism/ Cancer of the parathyroid gland
An overactive parathyroid gland results in a condition called primary hyperparathyroidism,
which can impact your health. Four small glands located behind the thyroid gland in
your neck are called parathyroid glands. They make a hormone called parathyroid hormone
(PTH). When your parathyroid glands are working normally, PTH keeps your calcium levels
normal by moving the right amounts of calcium in and out of your bones.
Primary hyperparathyroidism is caused by an enlargement of one or more of the parathyroid
glands occasionally due to cancer of the parathyroid gland. In primary hyperparathyroidism,
your parathyroid glands send out too much PTH to your body and your blood level of
calcium becomes high. This medicine lowers PTH by telling your parathyroid glands
to stop releasing too much PTH into your blood. It also lowers your calcium and phosphorus
levels.
Your doctor may have prescribed this medicine for another reason. Ask your doctor
if you have any questions about why this medicine has been prescribed for you.
2. What should I know before I use CINACALCET VIATRIS?
Warnings
Do not use CINACALCET VIATRIS if:
you are allergic to cinacalcet, or any of the ingredients listed at the end of this
leaflet.
Some of the symptoms of an allergic reaction may include:
- shortness of breath
- wheezing or difficulty breathing
- swelling of the face, lips, tongue or other parts of the body
- rash, itching or hives on the skin
Always check the ingredients to make sure you can use this medicine.
Do not give this med
ic
ine to a child.
Do not take this medicine after the expiry date printed on the pack or if the packaging
is torn or shows signs of tampering.
If it has expired or is damaged, return it to your pharmacist for disposal.
If you are not sure whether you should start taking this medicine, talk to your doctor.
Check with your doctor if you:
have allergies to any other medicines, foods, preservatives or dyes.
take any medicines for any other condition.
have or have had any of the follow
in
g medical conditions:
- seizures (sometimes called fits or convulsions, see 'Side effects' section)
- heart failure (or a heart condition, see 'Side effects' section)
- intolerance to sugars (sometimes called lactose intolerance, see 'Ingredients' section)
- ulcers (stomach or intestinal), serious vomiting, inflammation of the stomach and
swallowing tube
During treatment, you may be at risk of developing certain side effects. It is important
you understand these risks and how to monitor for them. See additional information
under Section
6. Are there any side effects?
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Check with your doctor if you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant.
Talk to your doctor if you are breastfeeding or intend to breastfeed.
Your doctor can discuss with you the risks and benefits involved.
3. What if I am taking other medicines?
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including any
medicines, vitamins or supplements that you buy without a prescription from your pharmacy,
supermarket or health food shop.
Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:
ketoconazole,
erythromycin,
itraconazole,
rifampicin,
phenytoin,
amitriptyline,
flecainide,
vinblastine,
thioridazine, or
medicines known as tricyclic antidepressants
Some of these medicines can affect how this medicine works, while others are affected
by this medicine.
Your doctor and pharmacist have more information on medicines to be careful with or
avoid while taking this medicine.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure about what medicines, vitamins
or supplements you are taking and if these affect CINACALCET VIATRIS.
4. How do I use CINACALCET VIATRIS?
How much to take
If you are being treated for
secondary hyperparathyroidism
The usual starting dose for this medicine is 30 mg (one tablet) once per day.
Your doctor will take regular blood samples to measure how you are responding to this
medicine and will adjust your dose as necessary in order to control your parathyroid
hormone, calcium and phosphate levels.
Once your condition is under control, your doctor will continue to regularly check
your blood and your dose may be adjusted further in order to maintain long-term control
of your parathyroid hormone, calcium and phosphate levels.
If you are being treated for
primary hyperparathyroidism/cancer of the parathyroid gland
The usual starting dose for this medicine is 30 mg (one tablet) twice per day.
Your doctor will take regular blood samples to measure how you are responding to this
medicine and will adjust your dose as necessary in order to control your calcium levels.
Once your condition is under control, your doctor will continue to regularly check
your blood and your dose may be adjusted further in order to maintain long-term control
of your calcium levels.
Follow the instructions provided and use CINACALCET VIATRIS until your doctor tells
you to stop.
When to take CINACALCET VIATRIS
CINACALCET VIATRIS
should be taken orally either with, or shortly after food.
How to take CINACALCET VIATRIS
The tablets must be taken whole and are not to be divided.
Follow all directions given to you by your doctor, nurse and pharmacist carefully.
They may differ from the information in this leaflet.
If you do not understand the instructions below, ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist
for help.
If you forget to take CINACALCET VIATRIS
CINACALCET VIATRIS should be used regularly at the same time each day.
If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and take your next
dose when you are meant to. Otherwise, take it as soon as you remember, and then go
back to taking your medicine as you would normally.
Do not take a double dose to make up for the dose you missed.
If you are not sure what to do, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
If you have trouble remembering to take your medicine, ask your pharmacist for some
hints.
If you take too much CINACALCET VIATRIS
If you think that you have used too much CINACALCET VIATRIS, you may need urgent medical
attention.
You should immediately:
phone the Poisons Information Centre
(Australia telephone 13 11 26) for advice, or
contact your doctor, or
go to the Emergency Department at your nearest hospital.
You should do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.
If you do not understand the instructions on the box, ask your doctor or pharmacist
for help.
5. What should I know while using CINACALCET VIATRIS?
Things you should do
If you are about to be started on any new medicine, remind your doctor and pharmacist
that you are taking this medicine.
Tell any other doctors, dentists and pharmacists who treat you that you are taking
this medicine.
If you are going to have surgery, tell the surgeon or
anaesthetist that
you are taking this medicine.
It may affect other medicines used during surgery.
If you are about to have any blood tests, tell your doctor that you are taking this
medicine.
It may interfere with the results of some tests.
Keep all of your doctor's appointments so that your progress can be checked.
Call your doctor straight away if you:
become pregnant while taking this medicine.
Things you should not do
Do not take CINACALCET VIATRIS to treat any other complaints unless your doctor tells
you to.
Do not give your medicine to anyone else, even if they have the same condition as
you.
Driving or using machines
Be careful before you drive or use any machines or tools until you know how CINACALCET
VIATRIS affects you.
CINACALCET VIATRIS may cause dizziness in some people. If you have any of these symptoms,
do not drive, operate machinery or do anything else that could be dangerous.
Drinking alcohol
Tell your doctor if you drink alcohol.
Looking after your medicine
Keep your tablets in a cool dry place where the temperature stays below 25°C.
Follow the instructions in the carton on how to take care of your medicine properly.
Store it in a cool dry place away from moisture, heat or sunlight; for example, do
not store it:
in the bathroom or near a sink, or
in the car or on window sills.
Heat and dampness can destroy some medicines.
Keep it where young children cannot reach it.
A locked cupboard at least one-and-a-half metres above the ground is a good place
to store medicines.
Getting rid of any unwanted medicine
If you no longer need to use this medicine or it is out of date, take it to any pharmacy
for safe disposal.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date.
6. Are there any side effects?
Tell your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible if you do not feel well while you
are taking CINACALCET VIATRIS.
All medicines can have side effects. If you do experience any side effects, most of
them are minor and temporary. However, some side effects may need medical attention.
Do not be alarmed by the following lists of side effects. You may not experience any
of them.
See the information below and, if you need to, ask your doctor or pharmacist if you
have any further questions about side effects.
Less serious side effects
Serious side effects
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice anything else that may be making you
feel unwell.
Other side effects not listed here may occur in some people.
Reporting side effects
After you have received medical advice for any side effects experience, you can report
side effects to the Therapeutic Goods Administration online at
www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of
this medicine.
Always make sure you speak to your doctor or pharmacist before you decide to stop
taking any of your medicines.
7. Product details
This medicine is only available with a doctor's prescription.
What CINACALCET VIATRIS contains
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Active ingredient
(main ingredient)
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cinacalcet hydrochloride
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Other ingredients
(inactive ingredients)
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microcrystalline cellulose
colloidal anhydrous silica
crospovidone
povidone
magnesium stearate
OPADRY complete film coating system 03K51674 GREEN (ARTG PI No: 109807).
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Potential allergens
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sulfites
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Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of these ingredients.
What CINACALCET VIATRIS looks like
CINACALCET VIATRIS 30 mg: green, film-coated, oval, biconvex, bevelled edge tablet
debossed with M on one side of the tablet and CI30 on the other side. (AUST R 289379).
CINACALCET VIATRIS 60 mg: green, film-coated, oval, biconvex, bevelled edge tablet
debossed with M on one side of the tablet and CI60 on the other side. (AUST R 289380).
CINACALCET VIATRIS 90 mg: green, film-coated, oval, biconvex, bevelled edge tablet
debossed with M on one side of the tablet and CI90 on the other side. (AUST R 289381).
Who distributes CINACALCET VIATRIS
Alphapharm Pty Ltd trading as Viatris
Level 1, 30 The Bond
30-34 Hickson Road
Millers Point NSW 2000
Phone: 1800 274 276
This leaflet was prepared in June 2023.
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