Generic Cholecalciferol® : Vitamin D3
Medication information about generic Cholecalciferol
Important information about usage, risks and possible side-effects..
Possible Uses of Cholecalciferol :
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus. Having the right amount of vitamin D, calcium, and phosphorus is important for building and keeping strong bones. Vitamin D is used to treat and prevent bone disorders (such as rickets, osteomalacia). Vitamin D is made by the body when skin is exposed to sunlight. Sunscreen, protective clothing, limited exposure to sunlight, dark skin, and age may prevent getting enough vitamin D from the sun.Vitamin D with calcium is used to treat or prevent bone loss (osteoporosis). Vitamin D is also used with other medications to treat low levels of calcium or phosphate caused by certain disorders (such as hypoparathyroidism, pseudohypoparathyroidism, familial hypophosphatemia). It may be used in kidney disease to keep calcium levels normal and allow normal bone growth. Vitamin D drops (or other supplements) are given to breast-fed infants because breast milk usually has low levels of vitamin D.
Before using Cholecalciferol :
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: high calcium/vitamin D levels (hypercalcemia/hypervitaminosis D), difficulty absorbing nutrition from food (malabsorption syndrome), kidney disease, liver disease.
How to take Cholecalciferol :
Take vitamin D by mouth as directed. Vitamin D is best absorbed when taken after a meal but may be taken with or without food. Alfacalcidol is usually taken with food. Follow all directions on the product package. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
If your doctor has prescribed this medication, take as directed by your doctor. Your dosage is based on your medical condition, amount of sun exposure, diet, age, and response to treatment.
Take this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day if you are taking it once a day. If you are taking this medication only once a week, remember to take it on the same day each week. It may help to mark your calendar with a reminder.
If your doctor has recommended that you follow a special diet (such as a diet high in calcium), it is very important to follow the diet to get the most benefit from this medication and to prevent serious side effects. Do not take other supplements/vitamins unless ordered by your doctor.
If you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right away.
Precautions When Using Cholecalciferol :
Before taking vitamin D, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other vitamin D products (such as calcitriol); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as peanut/soy), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
Liquid products, chewable tablets, or dissolving tablets may contain sugar and/or aspartame. Liquid products may also contain alcohol. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, liver disease, phenylketonuria (PKU), or any other condition that requires you to limit/avoid these substances in your diet. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this product safely.
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
During pregnancy, doses of vitamin D greater than the recommended dietary allowance should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Side Effects of Cholecalciferol :
Vitamin D at normal doses usually has no side effects. If you have any unusual effects, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Too much vitamin D can cause harmful high calcium levels. Tell your doctor right away if any of these signs of high vitamin D/calcium levels occur: nausea/vomiting, constipation, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, mental/mood changes, unusual tiredness.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Drug Interactions of Cholecalciferol :
Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
Some products that may interact with this drug include: burosumab, phosphate binders.
Check the labels on all your prescription and nonprescription/herbal products (such as antacids, laxatives, vitamins) because they may contain calcium, magnesium, phosphate, or vitamin D. Ask your pharmacist about using those products safely.
Vitamin D is very similar to calcitriol. Do not use medications containing calcitriol while using vitamin D.
This medication may interfere with certain laboratory tests (including cholesterol tests), possibly causing false test results. Make sure laboratory personnel and all your doctors know you use this drug.
Missed dose of Cholecalciferol :
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Storage of Cholecalciferol :
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.
Generic Cholecalciferol® : Vitamin D3
Medication information about generic Cholecalciferol
Important information about usage, risks and possible side-effects..
Possible Uses of Cholecalciferol :
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus. Having the right amount of vitamin D, calcium, and phosphorus is important for building and keeping strong bones. Vitamin D is used to treat and prevent bone disorders (such as rickets, osteomalacia). Vitamin D is made by the body when skin is exposed to sunlight. Sunscreen, protective clothing, limited exposure to sunlight, dark skin, and age may prevent getting enough vitamin D from the sun.Vitamin D with calcium is used to treat or prevent bone loss (osteoporosis). Vitamin D is also used with other medications to treat low levels of calcium or phosphate caused by certain disorders (such as hypoparathyroidism, pseudohypoparathyroidism, familial hypophosphatemia). It may be used in kidney disease to keep calcium levels normal and allow normal bone growth. Vitamin D drops (or other supplements) are given to breast-fed infants because breast milk usually has low levels of vitamin D.
Before using Cholecalciferol :
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: high calcium/vitamin D levels (hypercalcemia/hypervitaminosis D), difficulty absorbing nutrition from food (malabsorption syndrome), kidney disease, liver disease.
How to take Cholecalciferol :
Take vitamin D by mouth as directed. Vitamin D is best absorbed when taken after a meal but may be taken with or without food. Alfacalcidol is usually taken with food. Follow all directions on the product package. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
If your doctor has prescribed this medication, take as directed by your doctor. Your dosage is based on your medical condition, amount of sun exposure, diet, age, and response to treatment.
Take this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day if you are taking it once a day. If you are taking this medication only once a week, remember to take it on the same day each week. It may help to mark your calendar with a reminder.
If your doctor has recommended that you follow a special diet (such as a diet high in calcium), it is very important to follow the diet to get the most benefit from this medication and to prevent serious side effects. Do not take other supplements/vitamins unless ordered by your doctor.
If you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right away.
Precautions When Using Cholecalciferol :
Before taking vitamin D, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other vitamin D products (such as calcitriol); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as peanut/soy), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
Liquid products, chewable tablets, or dissolving tablets may contain sugar and/or aspartame. Liquid products may also contain alcohol. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, liver disease, phenylketonuria (PKU), or any other condition that requires you to limit/avoid these substances in your diet. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this product safely.
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
During pregnancy, doses of vitamin D greater than the recommended dietary allowance should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Side Effects of Cholecalciferol :
Vitamin D at normal doses usually has no side effects. If you have any unusual effects, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Too much vitamin D can cause harmful high calcium levels. Tell your doctor right away if any of these signs of high vitamin D/calcium levels occur: nausea/vomiting, constipation, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, mental/mood changes, unusual tiredness.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Drug Interactions of Cholecalciferol :
Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
Some products that may interact with this drug include: burosumab, phosphate binders.
Check the labels on all your prescription and nonprescription/herbal products (such as antacids, laxatives, vitamins) because they may contain calcium, magnesium, phosphate, or vitamin D. Ask your pharmacist about using those products safely.
Vitamin D is very similar to calcitriol. Do not use medications containing calcitriol while using vitamin D.
This medication may interfere with certain laboratory tests (including cholesterol tests), possibly causing false test results. Make sure laboratory personnel and all your doctors know you use this drug.
Missed dose of Cholecalciferol :
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Storage of Cholecalciferol :
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.
FAQ
1. What is Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) and what is it used for?
Cholecalciferol is an important nutrient that belongs to the fat-soluble secosteroids group. This nutrient is responsible for improving the intestinal absorption of phosphate, magnesium, calcium, and many other. Vitamin D3 strengthens bones and muscles, helps in weight loss, improves heart function, improves mood, and acts as an immunity booster.
2. When and how to use Vitamin D3?
Vitamin D3 is available to us in a form of a pill that must be taken by mouth with or without food as per your doctor's prescription. Swallow the tablet whole rather than chewing or crushing it in your mouth. Do not increase the dose or else the risk of side effects may get increased. Also, avoid taking doses more than prescribed. Take the medicine at the same time daily to get the most benefits from it. Consult your doctor in case of any confusion or exception.  Â
3. What are the side effects of using Vitamin D3?
Side effects observed while medicating with vitamin d3 supplements are growth problems in children, vomiting, nausea, constipation, weight loss, metallic taste in the mouth, chest pain, short breath feeling, change in taste, etc. Inform your doctor if these conditions persist or get worse.
4. What is the difference between vitamin D and vitamin D3?
Vitamin D3 is generally cheap to produce in the body because of its availability in generally equipped food products. However, Vitamin D3 could be mainly produced by animal resources such as liver, fatty fish, egg yolks, egg yolks, fish oil, etc.
5. What are the symptoms of Vitamin D3 deficiencies?
Vitamin D3 deficiencies refer to the development of symptoms due to a lack of vitamin D3 inside the body. Symptoms include weak bone, hair loss, hypertension, inflammation, Eczema, muscle weakness and aches, fatigue, depression, Arthritis, etc. The excess level of vitamin D3 deficiency could lead to irregular heartbeat, kidney failure, death.
6. Can you take Vitamin D3 every day?
Yes. Vitamin D3 supplements have proven to be effective and safe when taken every day but as prescribed.
7. What medical issues could cause interaction with Vitamin D3?
Interaction generally refers to the development of potential risk when drugs cause worsening of a medical condition inside the body. Conditions that could cause interaction with vitamin D3 include kidney diseases, electrolyte imbalances, heart diseases, diabetes, phenylketonuria, ingredient allergies, etc.
8. Is it safe to take Vitamin D3 during pregnancy?
Vitamin D3 is safe to be used during pregnancy when taken as prescribed by the doctor. Excess of vitamin D3 could increase the risk of side effects and may harm the nursing child and mother. consult your doctor before medicating with Vitamin d3 during pregnancy.
9. Which drugs must generally be avoided when using Vitamin D3?
Before medicating with Vitamin D3, inform your doctor regarding all the medicines and therapies you might be taking for the same or different reasons. Drugs such as mineral supplements, multivitamins, antacids, must be informed to the doctor before medicating with vitamin D3.
10. What to do when you overdose on Vitamin D3?
Overdose symptoms of vitamin D3 include loss of appetite, more or less urination, stiffness, irregular heartbeats, nausea, thirst, body aches, confusion, etc. In such a case, immediately inform your doctor or poison control, or get immediate medical attention.
