Vita D3 2000 IU (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 2.50 (3 x 10: ৳ 75.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 25.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cholecalciferol vitamin d3 |
| Company | Renata limited |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Prevention of rickets
- Prevention of osteomalacia
- Prevention of osteoporosis
- Immunity boost up
Pharmacology
- Active form of Vitamin D3: Calcitriol
- Binding to Vitamin D receptors (VDRs)
- Half-life of about 50 days
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage for Vitamin D3 deficiency: 40000 IU once weekly for 7 weeks
- Children dosage for Vitamin D3 deficiency: 20000 IU once every 2 weeks for 6 weeks
- Recommended dose for specific therapy for osteoporosis: 20000 IU once a month
Interaction
- Drugs causing Vitamin D3 deficiencies
- Interference with absorption and metabolism of Vitamin D3
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in diseases associated with hypercalcemia
Side Effects
- Symptoms may include anorexia
- Symptoms may include lassitude
- Symptoms may include nausea & vomiting
- Symptoms may include diarrhea
- Symptoms may include constipation
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safe use of doses up to 4000 IU during pregnancy
- Vitamin D3 excreted in breast milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Monitoring plasma-calcium concentration
- Consultation before supplementing with Vitamin D3
Use in Special Populations
- Safety & efficacy in children under 12 years not established
Overdose Effects
- Hypervitaminosis D
Therapeutic Class
- Vitamin in bone formation
- Vitamin-D preparations
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature
- Protected from light & moisture