46 Nucleic Acids Nucleic acids are high molar mass polymers that play an essential role in protein synthesis. 1.â¯Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) 2.â¯Ribonucleic acid (RNA) DNA molecule has 2 helical strands. Each strand is made up of nucleotides.
Calcitriol is used to treat hyperparathyroidism (overactive parathyroid glands) and metabolic bone disease in people who have chronic kidney failure and are not receiving dialysis. Calcitriol is also used to treat calcium deficiency (hypocalcemia) and metabolic bone disease in people who are receiving dialysis. Calcitriol is also used to treat calcium deficiency in people with hypoparathyroidism (underactive parathyroid glands) caused by surgery, disease, or other conditions. Calcitriol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Metoprolol is prescribed for patients with high blood pressure (hypertension). It also is used to treat congestive heart failure and angina pectoris (heart pain) related to coronary artery disease. Metoprolol also is useful in slowing and regulating certain types of abnormally rapid heart rates (tachycardias).