Cholecalciferol

Cholecalciferol is used as a dietary supplement in people who do not get enough vitamin D in their diets to maintain adequate health.

Indications

Cholecalciferol is also suitable in adults for vitamin D deficiency due to reduced dietary intake. However, the exact role of such a deficiency for the loss of bone mass after the menopause and in advanced age is not established. Combined with calcium the vitamin can significantly reduce the frequency of fractures of the femural neck in elderly people.

Dosage

1 mcg = 40 international units (IU) oral solution 8000IU/mL (200mcg/mL) capsule 50,000IU (1.25mg) tablet 400IU (10mcg) 2000IU (50mcg)

Special Precautions

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.

Side Effects

Nausea/vomiting, constipation, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, mental/mood changes, unusual tiredness.

Drug Interactions

A total of 156 drugs (665 brand and generic names)