Osteo-D 20000 IU (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 20.00 (1 x 10: ৳ 200.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 200.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cholecalciferol vitamin d3 |
| Company | Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Vitamin D3 deficiency
- Limited sunlight exposure
- Dietary deficiency
- Healthy bones and teeth
- Preventing rickets
- Preventing osteomalacia
- Preventing osteoporosis
- Preventing pre-eclampsia
- Immunity boost
Pharmacology
- Active form: Calcitriol
- Binding to Vitamin D receptors
- Absorption in small intestine
- Metabolism in liver and kidney
- Increase in calcium absorption
- Storage in tissues
- Elimination via faeces and urine
Dosage & Administration
- Various doses for adults and children
- Different dosage forms: capsules, tablets, syrup, injection
- Different dosing intervals for prevention and treatment
Interaction
- Drug-induced Vitamin D3 deficiencies
- Interference with absorption and metabolism
- Interactions with specific drugs
Contraindications
- Hypercalcemia
- Hypersensitivity
- Evidence of Vitamin D3 toxicity
Side Effects
- Anorexia
- Lassitude
- Nausea & vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Weight loss
- Polyuria
- Sweating
- Headache
- Thirst
- Vertigo
- Raised concentrations of calcium and phosphate in plasma and urine
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safe use during pregnancy
- Excretion in breast milk
- Recommended daily intake for pregnant women
- Consideration for supplementation in breast-fed children
Precautions & Warnings
- Monitoring plasma-calcium concentration
- Consultation before supplementing with specific drugs
- Consultation in certain health conditions
Use in Special Populations
- Safety & efficacy in children under 12 years
Overdose Effects
- Hypervitaminosis D
Therapeutic Class
- Vitamin in bone formation
- Vitamin-D preparations
Storage Conditions
- Temperature and light-sensitive storage
- Protection from moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children