VITAMIN D3

Overview:

Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) is made from plant-based lichen and facilitates intestinal calcium absorption supporting bone, teeth, muscle, and heart health.

Classification:

D3 is in a class of medications called vitamin D analogs

Uses:

Cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) is also used along with calcium to prevent and treat bone diseases such as rickets, osteomalacia and osteoporosis.Cholecalciferol is needed by the body for healthy bones, muscles, nerves, and to support the immune system. It works by helping the body to use more of the calcium found in foods or supplements.

How It Works:

It works by helping the body to use more of the calcium found in foods or supplements.

Dosage:

As prescribed by your doctor.

Side Effects:

loss of appetite

weight loss

nausea

vomiting

constipation

Precautions:

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to cholecalciferol, any other medications, or any of the ingredients in cholecalciferol products.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist what other prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take while taking cholecalciferol. Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.

Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had hyperparathyroidism (a condition in which the body produces too much parathyroid hormone, kidney disease, or have high blood levels of calcium.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking cholecalciferol (vitamin D3), call your doctor.

Disclaimer

This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage.