Alphadol 0.5 mg Capsule

Composition of Alphadol 0.5 mg Capsule

Alphadol 0.5 mg Capsule contains Alfacalcidol (0.25mcg).

Uses of Alphadol 0.5 mg Capsule

Treatment of Vitamin D deficiency

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Vitamin D deficiency Alphadol 0.25mcg Capsule helps in the treatment of vitamin D deficiency. This medicine helps maintain normal calcium levels within the body and strengthens the weak bones caused due to lack of vitamin D. Take it regularly and at a fixed time to get maximum benefits from it.

How Alphadol 0.5 mg Capsule works

Alphadol 0.25mcg Capsule is a Vitamin D-hormone analog that gets activated in the body with the help of liver enzymes. It gets converted into the active form of vitamin D3 (calcitriol) that helps in strengthening the bones and also regulates the other functioning of the body.

How to take Alphadol 0.5 mg Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alphadol 0.25mcg Capsule should be taken with or after food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Alphadol 0.25mcg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Alphadol than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Alphadol 0.5 mg Capsule

Most side effects of Alphadol are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Alphadol 0.5 mg Capsule

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take, including over-the-counter products, vitamins and herbal or ayurvedic preparations, before starting Alphadol. Some combinations can change how Alphadol works or raise the chance of side effects.

How to store Alphadol 0.5 mg Capsule

Store Alphadol below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the pack tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Do not use it after the expiry date printed on the pack.

Expert advice for Alphadol 0.5 mg Capsule

Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor. Do not take Alphadol 0.25mcg Capsule if you know you have a condition called hypercalcemia (increased calcium level in blood) or calcification (high levels of calcium in body tissues). You may be asked for regular blood tests to check the level of calcium and phosphate in the blood. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you notice a skin rash, swelling of face and breathing difficulty.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

PANACEA BIOTEC

Therapeutic class:

VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS

Chemical class:

Vitamin d derivative