However, we will share with you as much information as possibly can about this subject so that you no longer have any questions left un-answered by the end of this article.
Why Is This Medication Prescribed?
Cholecalciferol is available without a prescription, but your doctor may prescribe cholecalciferol to treat certain conditions. Follow the directions on your product label or doctor’s instructions carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Cholecalciferol liquid drops may be added to your child’s food or drink.
Side Effects
Follow all directions on the product package. Your dosage is based on your medical condition, amount of sun exposure, diet, age, and response to treatment. If you are using the liquid form of this medication, carefully measure the dose using a special measuring device/spoon.
Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose. Certain medications (bile acid sequestrants such as cholestyramine/colestipol, mineral oil, orlistat) can decrease the absorption of vitamin D. Take your doses of these medications as far as possible from your doses of vitamin D (at least 2 hours apart, longer if possible). It may be easiest to take vitamin D at bedtime if you are also taking these other medications.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist how long you should wait between doses and for help finding a dosing schedule that will work with all your medications. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day if you are taking it once a day. If you are taking this medication only once a week, remember to take it on the same day each week.
Do not take other supplements/vitamins unless ordered by your doctor. If you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right awa.
What Is Cholecalciferol?
Warnings
Some individuals who might need extra vitamin D include:
Older adults
Breastfed babies
People with darker skin
Obese individuals (or those who’ve had gastric bypass surgery)
People with conditions such as cystic fibrosis, Crohn’s disease, or liver disease
Vitamin D3 may be used with different supplements or medicines to treat or prevent other condition.