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ETALPHA 2 micrograms INJECTABLE SOLUTION

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Andrei Popov

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Dr. Andrei Popov is a General Practitioner with specialized training in chronic pain. He provides online consultations for adult patients in Spain and other European countries.

Dr. Popov understands that seeking help with weight-related concerns or pain that has persisted for months can be difficult. Many patients come to him after trying different approaches without feeling truly heard. During the consultation, the doctor creates a comfortable and supportive, non-judgmental environment where the patient’s medical history can be discussed in detail, questions can be answered, and the next steps can be decided together.

Weight Management and Metabolic Health

Dr. Popov can help assess overweight, obesity, and related conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or metabolic disorders. During the consultation, the patient’s medical history, test results, current medications, and previous treatments will be reviewed.

If you would like to learn about possible medication options or have already started treatment, the doctor can assess your situation, review the effectiveness and tolerability of the therapy, and clearly explain its benefits, potential risks, and alternatives.

Not every patient requires the same treatment. A consultation does not guarantee a prescription — it provides an objective medical assessment and a plan tailored to your individual situation.

Pain and General Medicine

You can also consult Dr. Popov regarding:

* chronic pain, migraines, neuralgia, and fibromyalgia;

* back, neck, lower back, or joint pain;

* hypertension, diabetes, and follow-up of chronic conditions;

* review of test results, medical reports, and current treatment;

* preventive medicine and a second medical opinion.

How the Consultation Works

The video consultation lasts up to 30 minutes. The doctor will listen carefully, review the information you provide, and explain the next steps in clear and understandable language.

If additional tests, an in-person consultation, or urgent medical care are required, the doctor will inform you directly.

Dr. Popov’s goal is to make sure the patient feels heard and leaves the consultation with a clear understanding of their condition and the next steps they can take.

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About the medicine

How to use ETALPHA 2 micrograms INJECTABLE SOLUTION

Contents of the leaflet

  1. Introduction
  2. What is Etalpha and what is it used for
  3. What you need to know before you are given Etalpha
  4. How Etalpha is used
  5. Possible side effects
  6. Storage of Etalpha
  7. Contents of the pack and further information
  8. Date of last revision of this leaflet: January 2022

Introduction

Package Leaflet: Information for the User

Etalpha 2 micrograms solution for injection

alfacalcidol

Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine because it contains important information for you.

  • This medicine will be administered to you by a healthcare professional.
  • Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again.
  • If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
  • If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are not listed in this leaflet. See section 4.

Contents of the package leaflet

  1. What is Etalpha and what is it used for
  2. What you need to know before you are given Etalpha
  3. How Etalpha is used
  4. Possible side effects
  5. Storage of Etalpha
  6. Contents of the pack and further information

1. What is Etalpha and what is it used for

Etalpha belongs to a group of medicines called vitamin D analogues that regulate calcium and phosphorus levels in your body.

The active substance of Etalpha is alfacalcidol. Alfacalcidol acts by being converted into calcitriol (the active form of vitamin D) in the liver.

This medicine is indicated in situations where there is an alteration of calcium and phosphorus metabolism due to reduced production of 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D in patients undergoing long-term haemodialysis.

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2. What you need to know before you are given Etalpha

Do not use Etalpha

  • if you are allergic to alfacalcidol or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).
  • if you have high levels of calcium in your blood (hypercalcaemia).

As high levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcaemia) may occur during treatment with Etalpha, you should be aware of the following signs and symptoms of hypercalcaemia:

  • loss of appetite (anorexia)
  • fatigue
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • constipation or diarrhoea
  • increased urine production
  • sweating
  • headache
  • thirst
  • high blood pressure
  • drowsiness
  • dizziness

Warnings and precautions

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before you start using Etalpha.

Be particularly careful with Etalpha if:

  • you have arteriosclerosis, cardiac valve sclerosis or kidney stones (nephrolithiasis). These conditions may worsen if you have high levels of calcium in your blood (hypercalcaemia).
  • you have lung tissue calcification.
  • you have renal bone disease or any kidney disorder. Phosphate binders may be used to maintain acceptable serum phosphorus levels.
  • you have inflammatory diseases such as sarcoidosis. These conditions have the potential to increase sensitivity to Etalpha.
  • you are being treated with heart medicines (cardiac glycosides). If your blood calcium levels become too high (hypercalcaemia), the use of these medicines may cause changes in your heart rhythm.

During treatment, your doctor will perform blood tests to monitor your calcium and phosphorus levels.

Using Etalpha with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have recently used or might use any other medicines.

It is particularly important that you tell your doctor if:

  • you are being treated with diuretics, calcium-containing preparations or other vitamin D-containing preparations, as these may increase the risk of high levels of calcium in your blood (hypercalcaemia).
  • you are being treated with medicines for epilepsy (barbiturates, phenytoin, carbamazepine or primidone). You may need a higher dose of Etalpha.
  • you are taking antacids that contain magnesium, as these may increase the risk of high levels of magnesium in your blood (hypermagnesaemia).
  • you are being treated with aluminium-containing preparations (such as aluminium hydroxide or sucralfate), as these may increase aluminium absorption.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.

Etalpha may be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding only if your doctor considers it essential.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using any medicine.

Driving and using machines

Etalpha has no significant influence on the ability to drive and use machines.

However, dizziness may occur during treatment, which you should take into account if you drive or use machines.

Etalpha contains ethanol, propylene glycol and sodium

This medicine contains up to 160 mg of ethanol per dose (which corresponds to 4 micrograms of alfacalcidol), equivalent to 10% ethanol (alcohol). The amount in each dose of this medicine is equivalent to 4 ml of beer or 1.7 ml of wine.

The small amount of alcohol in this medicine does not produce any noticeable effect.

This medicine contains 415 mg of propylene glycol per millilitre, equivalent to 20.75 mg/kg/day (which corresponds to 0.1 micrograms/kg/day of alfacalcidol).

If the baby is less than 4 weeks old, talk to your doctor or pharmacist, especially if the baby has been given other medicines that contain propylene glycol or alcohol.

This medicine contains less than 23 mg (1 mmol) of sodium per millilitre, so it is essentially "sodium-free".

3. How Etalpha is used

Etalpha will be administered to you by a healthcare professional via intravenous injection.

Adults and children over 20 kg in weight:

The initial dose is 1 microgram (0.5 ml) per day.

Children under 20 kg in weight:

The initial dose is 0.05 micrograms (0.025 ml) per kilogram of body weight per day.

The maintenance dose is usually between 0.25 and 2 micrograms (0.125 to 1 ml) per day.

The ampoules should be shaken well before use.

Your doctor may adjust these doses according to your needs. To do this, your doctor will perform blood tests or may request other diagnostic tests.

When administered to patients undergoing dialysis, the initial dose for adults is 1 microgram (0.5 ml) per dialysis session. The maximum recommended dose is 6 micrograms (3 ml) per dialysis session and no more than 12 micrograms (6 ml) per week.

If you receive more Etalpha than you should

If you receive more Etalpha than you should, high levels of calcium in your blood may occur, which can be controlled by discontinuing treatment.

If your blood calcium levels are very high, you may need to be given a diuretic and intravenous fluids or you may be given corticosteroids.

In case of overdose or accidental ingestion, contact the Toxicology Information Service. Telephone 91 562 04 20, stating the medicine and the amount used.

If you miss a dose of Etalpha

Talk to your doctor as soon as possible to find out what to do in these cases.

If you stop treatment with Etalpha

Your doctor will tell you how long to use Etalpha. Do not stop treatment before then, as it may be harmful to your health.

If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

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4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Common side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):

  • high levels of calcium in the blood
  • excessive phosphorus in the blood
  • abdominal pain and discomfort
  • skin rash
  • itching
  • excess calcium in the urine

Uncommon side effects (may affect up to 1 in 100 people):

  • confusion
  • headache
  • diarrhoea
  • vomiting
  • constipation
  • nausea
  • muscle pain
  • worsening of kidney function (including acute kidney failure)
  • kidney stones
  • calcium deposits in the kidneys
  • fatigue
  • tiredness
  • malaise
  • calcium deposits in non-osseous tissues

Rare side effects (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):

  • dizziness

Reporting of side effects:

If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly to the Spanish Medicines Agency's website: https://www.notificaram.es. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. Storage of Etalpha

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Store in a refrigerator (between 2°C and 8°C).

Keep the ampoules in the outer packaging to protect them from light.

Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP. The expiry date is the last day of the month stated.

Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. This will help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the pack and further information

Composition of Etalpha

  • The active substance is alfacalcidol.

One millilitre of solution for injection contains 2 micrograms of alfacalcidol. Each ampoule contains 2 micrograms of alfacalcidol in 1 millilitre of solution for injection.

  • The other ingredients are ethanol, citric acid monohydrate, sodium citrate, propylene glycol and water for injections.

Appearance and packaging

Etalpha 2 micrograms is a colourless and transparent solution for injection, for intravenous administration, in amber glass ampoules. Each pack contains 10 ampoules.

Marketing authorisation holder

CHEPLAPHARM Arzneimittel GmbH

Ziegelhof 24

17489 Greifswald

Germany

Manufacturer

CENEXI SAS

Rue Marcel et Jacques Gaucher,

94120 Fontenay-sous-Bois (France)

For further information about this medicine, contact the local representative of the marketing authorisation holder:

Laboratorios Rubió, S.A.

Industria, 29 - Pol. Ind. Comte de Sert

08755 Castellbisbal (Barcelona)

Spain

Date of last revision of this leaflet: January 2022

Detailed and up-to-date information on this medicine is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) http://www.aemps.gob.es/.

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Discuss questions about ETALPHA 2 micrograms INJECTABLE SOLUTION, including use, safety considerations and prescription review, subject to medical assessment and local regulations.

Doctor
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Andrei Popov

General medicinePain medicine7 years of experience

Dr. Andrei Popov is a General Practitioner with specialized training in chronic pain. He provides online consultations for adult patients in Spain and other European countries.

Dr. Popov understands that seeking help with weight-related concerns or pain that has persisted for months can be difficult. Many patients come to him after trying different approaches without feeling truly heard. During the consultation, the doctor creates a comfortable and supportive, non-judgmental environment where the patient’s medical history can be discussed in detail, questions can be answered, and the next steps can be decided together.

Weight Management and Metabolic Health

Dr. Popov can help assess overweight, obesity, and related conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or metabolic disorders. During the consultation, the patient’s medical history, test results, current medications, and previous treatments will be reviewed.

If you would like to learn about possible medication options or have already started treatment, the doctor can assess your situation, review the effectiveness and tolerability of the therapy, and clearly explain its benefits, potential risks, and alternatives.

Not every patient requires the same treatment. A consultation does not guarantee a prescription — it provides an objective medical assessment and a plan tailored to your individual situation.

Pain and General Medicine

You can also consult Dr. Popov regarding:

* chronic pain, migraines, neuralgia, and fibromyalgia;

* back, neck, lower back, or joint pain;

* hypertension, diabetes, and follow-up of chronic conditions;

* review of test results, medical reports, and current treatment;

* preventive medicine and a second medical opinion.

How the Consultation Works

The video consultation lasts up to 30 minutes. The doctor will listen carefully, review the information you provide, and explain the next steps in clear and understandable language.

If additional tests, an in-person consultation, or urgent medical care are required, the doctor will inform you directly.

Dr. Popov’s goal is to make sure the patient feels heard and leaves the consultation with a clear understanding of their condition and the next steps they can take.

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Yevgen Yakovenko

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Dr. Yevgen Yakovenko is a licensed surgeon and general practitioner in Spain and Germany. He specialises in general, paediatric, and oncological surgery, internal medicine, and pain management. He offers online consultations for adults and children, combining surgical precision with therapeutic support. Dr Yakovenko works with patients across different countries and provides care in Ukrainian, Russian, English, and Spanish.

Areas of medical expertise:

  • Acute and chronic pain: headaches, muscle and joint pain, back pain, abdominal pain, postoperative pain. Identifying the cause, selecting treatment, and creating a care plan.
  • Internal medicine: heart, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary system. Management of chronic conditions, symptom control, second opinions.
  • Pre- and postoperative care: risk assessment, decision-making support, follow-up after surgery, rehabilitation strategies.
  • General and paediatric surgery: hernias, appendicitis, congenital conditions, both planned and urgent surgeries.
  • Injuries and trauma: bruises, fractures, sprains, soft tissue damage, wound care, dressing, referral when in-person care is required.
  • Oncological surgery: diagnosis review, treatment planning, and long-term follow-up.
  • Obesity treatment and weight management: a medical approach to weight loss, including assessment of underlying causes, evaluation of comorbidities, development of a personalised plan (nutrition, physical activity, pharmacotherapy if needed), and ongoing progress monitoring.
  • Imaging interpretation: analysis of ultrasound, CT, MRI, and X-ray results, surgical planning based on imaging data.
  • Second opinions and medical navigation: clarifying diagnoses, reviewing current treatment plans, helping patients choose the best course of action.

Experience and qualifications:

  • 12+ years of clinical experience in university hospitals in Germany and Spain.
  • International education: Ukraine – Germany – Spain.
  • Member of the German Society of Surgeons (BDC).
  • Certified in radiological diagnostics and robotic surgery.
  • Active participant in international medical conferences and research.

Dr Yakovenko explains complex topics in a clear, accessible way. He works collaboratively with patients to analyse health issues and make evidence-based decisions. His approach is grounded in clinical excellence, scientific accuracy, and respect for each individual.

If you are unsure about a diagnosis, preparing for surgery, or want to discuss your test results – Dr Yakovenko will help you evaluate your options and move forward with confidence.

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Lina Travkina

General medicine13 years of experience

Dr. Lina Travkina is a licensed family and preventive medicine doctor based in Italy. She provides online consultations for adults and children, supporting patients across all stages of care – from acute symptom management to long-term health monitoring and prevention.Areas of medical care include:

  • Respiratory conditions: colds, flu, acute and chronic bronchitis, mild to moderate pneumonia, bronchial asthma.

  • ENT and eye conditions: sinusitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, otitis, infectious and allergic conjunctivitis.

  • Digestive issues: gastritis, acid reflux (GERD), IBS, dyspepsia, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, functional bowel symptoms, intestinal infections.

  • Urological and infectious diseases: acute and recurrent cystitis, bladder and kidney infections, prevention of recurrent UTIs, asymptomatic bacteriuria.

  • Chronic conditions: hypertension, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, metabolic syndrome, thyroid disorders, excess weight.

  • Neurological and general symptoms: headache, migraine, dizziness, fatigue, sleep disturbances, reduced concentration, anxiety, asthenia.

  • Chronic pain support: back, neck, joint, and muscle pain, tension syndromes, pain associated with osteochondrosis and chronic conditions.

Additional care areas:

  • Preventive consultations and check-up planning.

  • Medical advice and follow-up consultations.

  • Test interpretation and diagnostic guidance.

  • Structured support for undiagnosed complaints.

  • Second opinion on diagnoses and treatment plans.

  • Nutritional and lifestyle support for vitamin deficiencies, anaemia, metabolic issues.

  • Post-operative recovery support and pain management.

  • Preconception counselling and postpartum support.

  • Immunity support and strategies to reduce frequency of infections.

Dr. Travkina combines evidence-based medicine with an attentive, personalised approach. Her consultations focus not only on treatment, but also on prevention, recovery, and long-term wellbeing.If during the consultation it becomes clear that your case requires in-person assessment or specialised care outside of her scope, the session will be terminated and the payment fully refunded.

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Nuno Tavares Lopes

General medicine18 years of experience

Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes is a licensed physician in Portugal with 17 years of experience in emergency medicine, family and general practice, and public health. He is the Director of Medical and Public Health Services at an international healthcare network and serves as an external consultant for the WHO and ECDC.

  • Emergency care: infections, fever, chest/abdominal pain, minor injuries, paediatric emergencies

  • Family medicine: hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol, chronic disease management

  • Travel medicine: pre-travel advice, vaccinations, fit-to-fly certificates, travel-related illnesses

  • Sexual and reproductive health: PrEP, STD prevention, counselling, treatment

  • Weight management and wellness: personalised weight loss programmes, lifestyle guidance

  • Skin and ENT issues: acne, eczema, allergies, rashes, sore throat, sinusitis

  • Pain management: acute and chronic pain, post-surgical care

  • Public health: prevention, health screenings, long-term monitoring

  • Sick leave (Baixa médica) connected to Segurança Social in Portugal

  • IMT medical certificates for driving licence exchange

Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes provides medical support for patients using GLP-1 medications (Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic, Rybelsus) as part of a weight loss strategy. He offers individualised treatment planning, regular follow-up, dose adjustment, and advice on combining medication with sustainable lifestyle changes. Consultations follow the medical standards accepted in Europe.Dr. Lopes also provides interpretation of medical tests, follow-up care for complex patients, and multilingual support. Whether for urgent concerns or long-term care, he helps patients act with clarity and confidence.

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Hocine Lokchiri

General medicine21 years of experience

Dr. Hocine Lokchiri is a French consultant with over 20 years of experience in General and Emergency Medicine. He works with adults and children, helping patients with urgent symptoms, infections, sudden health changes and everyday medical concerns that require timely evaluation. His background includes clinical practice in France, Switzerland and the United Arab Emirates, which allows him to navigate different healthcare systems and manage a wide range of conditions with confidence. Patients value his calm, structured approach, clear explanations and evidence-based decision-making.

Online consultations with Dr. Lokchiri are suitable for many situations when someone needs quick medical guidance, reassurance or a clear next step. Common reasons for booking include:

  • fever, chills, fatigue and viral symptoms
  • cough, sore throat, nasal congestion, breathing discomfort
  • bronchitis and mild asthma flare-ups
  • nausea, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, digestive infections
  • rashes, allergic reactions, redness, insect bites
  • muscle or joint pain, mild injuries, sprains
  • headache, dizziness, migraine symptoms
  • stress-related symptoms, sleep disturbances
  • questions about test results and treatment plans
  • management of chronic conditions in stable phases
Many patients reach out when symptoms appear suddenly and cause concern, when a child becomes unwell unexpectedly, when a rash changes or spreads, or when it’s unclear whether an in-person examination is necessary. His emergency medicine background is particularly valuable online, helping patients understand risk levels, identify warning signs and choose safe next steps.

Some situations are not suitable for online care. If a patient has loss of consciousness, severe chest pain, uncontrolled bleeding, seizures, major trauma or symptoms suggesting a stroke or heart attack, he will advise seeking immediate local emergency services. This improves safety and ensures patients receive the right level of care.

Dr. Lokchiri’s professional training includes:

  • Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
  • Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (BLS/ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
  • eFAST and critical care transthoracic echocardiography
  • aviation medicine
He is an active member of several professional organisations, including the French Society of Emergency Medicine (SFMU), the French Association for Emergency Physicians (AMUF) and the Swiss Society of Emergency and Rescue Medicine (SGNOR). In consultations, he works with clarity and precision, helping patients understand their symptoms, possible risks and the safest treatment options.
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Frequently Asked Questions

ETALPHA 2 micrograms INJECTABLE SOLUTION requires a prescription in Spain. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.

The active ingredient in ETALPHA 2 micrograms INJECTABLE SOLUTION is alfacalcidol. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.

ETALPHA 2 micrograms INJECTABLE SOLUTION is manufactured by Cheplapharm Arzneimittel Gmbh. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.

Doctors such as Family doctors, Psychiatrists, Dermatologists, Cardiologists, Endocrinologists, Gastroenterologists, Pulmonologists, Nephrologists, Rheumatologists, Hematologists, Infectious disease physicians, Allergists, Geriatricians, Paediatricians, Oncologists may assess whether ETALPHA 2 micrograms INJECTABLE SOLUTION is appropriate, depending on your situation and local regulations. You can book an online consultation to discuss your symptoms and possible next steps.

Spain has a well-developed healthcare infrastructure across major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville. Pharmacies are widely available and operate under strict regulations, ensuring access to prescribed medications.

You can buy ETALPHA 2 micrograms INJECTABLE SOLUTION in Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, or Valencia at any local pharmacy with a valid prescription.

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Other medicines with the same active substance (alfacalcidol) include ETALPHA 1 microgram INJECTABLE SOLUTION, ETALPHA 2 micrograms/ml ORAL DROPS IN SOLUTION, ALDEXINA 25,000 IU HARD CAPSULES. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.

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