Lumia 60K Capsule

Composition of Lumia 60K Capsule

Lumia 60K Capsule contains Vitamin D3 (60000IU). It belongs to the Vitamin D / calcium supplement class of medicines.

Uses of Lumia 60K Capsule

Treatment of Osteoporosis Treatment of Vitamin D deficiency

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Osteoporosis Osteoporosis is a common condition that weakens bones
• making them fragile and more likely to break. It often occurs in women after menopause. Vitamin D is important for calcium absorption and helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in your body. If you do not have enough calcium
• it can damage your bones. Vitamin D will help keep your bones strong and healthy and reduce the risk of them becoming weak and more likely to break. Regular exercise (especially weight-bearing exercise)
• healthy foods containing calcium and vitamin D
• and reducing alcohol and tobacco consumption can help improve bone strength. In Treatment of Vitamin D deficiency Normally
• your body creates vitamin D from sunlight
• but if you do not have enough
• you will be prescribed this medicine as a supplement. It is important to keep taking it regularly to get the benefits. You may not notice it working
• but keep taking it to protect your bones. Additionally
• it can boost your immunity and increase the body's resistance against various infections. Show More

How Lumia 60K Capsule works

Lumia 60K Capsule is a form of vitamin D. It raises vitamin D levels in your blood. This, in turn, increases calcium levels in your blood by helping you absorb more calcium from food.

How to take Lumia 60K Capsule

Use as directed by your doctor. Swallow the capsule whole with water; do not crush or chew. Can be taken with or without food unless advised otherwise.

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 Lumia 60K 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

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 Lumia 60K Capsule

Most side effects of Lumia 60K 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 Lumia 60K Capsule

Warnings and precautions

Schedule H medicine: take only on prescription and under medical supervision. Do not exceed the prescribed dose. Inform your doctor about allergies, existing medical conditions, and all medicines/supplements you are taking.

Do not take Lumia 60K 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

Calcium reduces the absorption of thyroid tablets, several antibiotics and iron — separate them by a few hours. Water tablets of the thiazide group raise calcium further when combined.

How to store Lumia 60K Capsule

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

Expert advice for Lumia 60K Capsule

Your doctor has prescribed Lumia 60K Capsule for the treatment of vitamin D3 deficiency. Take it as per the dose and duration suggested by your doctor. It should be taken with food for faster absorption of medicine. To help manage vitamin D deficiency, get 10–40 minutes of sun exposure 3 times a week (20–30 minutes for light skin, 30–40 for dark skin) and eat a vitamin D-rich diet including egg yolk, mushrooms, dairy, fortified foods, and oily fish. When taken at night, it might affect your sleep pattern. To avoid this, it is better to take it in the daytime. Do not take antacids or any other medication 2 hours before or after taking Lumia 60K Capsule. Inform your doctor if you notice nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, constipation, weakness, and weight loss while taking this medicine.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SUN PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS

Drug class:

Vitamin D / calcium supplement

Chemical class:

Vitamin d derivative