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Treatment and prevention of vitamin D deficiency, vitamin D insufficiency, osteomalacia and rickets (as adjunct), supportive therapy in osteoporosis/osteopenia, calcium malabsorption related to low vitamin D

Cholecalciferol is converted in the body to active vitamin D (calcitriol), which increases intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphate. It helps maintain normal blood calcium levels and supports bone mineralization and muscle function.

Oral capsule. Take as advised by the doctor; commonly 1 capsule once weekly for 6–8 weeks for deficiency, then maintenance as prescribed. Swallow whole with water, preferably after food or with milk; take on the same day each week if on weekly dosing.

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

Do not exceed prescribed dose; long-term high doses can cause hypervitaminosis D and hypercalcaemia. Use with caution in kidney disease, kidney stones, hyperparathyroidism, sarcoidosis/granulomatous diseases, and in patients with high calcium levels. Monitor calcium, phosphate and vitamin D levels if taking prolonged therapy. Seek medical help if symptoms of hypercalcaemia occur (persistent nausea/vomiting, confusion, excessive thirst/urination).

Thiazide diuretics (risk of hypercalcaemia), digoxin/cardiac glycosides (arrhythmia risk with hypercalcaemia), anticonvulsants like phenytoin/phenobarbital and rifampicin (reduced vitamin D effect), cholestyramine/orlistat (reduced absorption), corticosteroids (reduced effect), aluminium/magnesium antacids (risk of toxicity in renal impairment), calcium supplements (additive hypercalcaemia)

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

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