Bonster D3 Tablet

Composition of Bonster D3 Tablet

Bonster D3 Tablet contains Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) (strength unknown). It belongs to the Vitamin D analogue (Cholecalciferol) class of medicines.

Uses of Bonster D3 Tablet

• Prevention and treatment of vitamin D deficiency
• adjuvant in calcium metabolism disorders
• supports bone health in osteopenia/osteoporosis
• rickets/osteomalacia (as advised by doctor)

Key benefits

• Treats and prevents vitamin D deficiency
• Improves calcium absorption and bone mineralization
• Supports bone and teeth strength
• Helps in osteopenia/osteoporosis management
• Supports muscle function

How Bonster D3 Tablet works

Cholecalciferol is converted in the liver and kidneys to active vitamin D (calcitriol). It increases intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphate and supports bone mineralization and muscle function.

How to take Bonster D3 Tablet

Take by mouth as directed by your doctor. Usually taken once daily or as per prescribed schedule; preferably with food or after meals to improve absorption. Swallow the tablet with water; do not exceed recommended dose.

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

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can raise blood calcium dangerously, causing thirst, frequent urination, vomiting, confusion and kidney damage. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Bonster D3 Tablet

Most side effects of Bonster D3 are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• vomiting
• constipation
• abdominal pain
• loss of appetite
• weakness
• headache
• increased thirst
• increased urination

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 Bonster D3 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in kidney disease, history of kidney stones, hypercalcemia, hypervitaminosis D, sarcoidosis or other granulomatous diseases. Avoid taking additional high-dose vitamin D or calcium supplements unless prescribed. Monitor calcium/vitamin D levels if on long-term therapy. Seek medical help if symptoms of high calcium occur (confusion, severe vomiting, dehydration, irregular heartbeat).

Do not take Bonster D3 if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with a high blood calcium level, or with certain kidney stones.

Interactions with other medicines

Thiazide diuretics (e.g., hydrochlorothiazide) may increase hypercalcemia risk, digoxin and other cardiac glycosides (arrhythmia risk with high calcium), anticonvulsants (phenytoin/phenobarbital/carbamazepine) may reduce vitamin D effect, corticosteroids may reduce vitamin D action, cholestyramine/orlistat may reduce absorption, magnesium-containing antacids (risk of hypermagnesemia in renal impairment)

How to store Bonster D3 Tablet

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Bonster D3 Tablet

Take calcium with food, and split the day's total if you take a large amount. Sunlight helps your body make its own vitamin D. Have your level rechecked as your doctor advises rather than continuing high doses indefinitely.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

STERLING MEDICO

Therapeutic class:

Vitamin and mineral supplement

Drug class:

Vitamin D analogue (Cholecalciferol)