DESCRIPTION
AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule is used in the treatment of vitamin D deficiency and osteoporosis. It helps the body to absorb calcium. Calcium is essential for maintaining strong and healthy bones. it is used when your diet does not provide enough. AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule should be taken as directed by your doctor. It is best taken with or after food as this helps your body absorb it and you should take it regularly to get the most benefit. If you are using it to treat osteoporosis you will be prescribed other medicines as well. This medicine may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes making changes to your diet and taking calcium and vitamin supplements. Learn about the foods you should eat to make sure you get enough calcium and vitamin D in your diet. AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule has few side effects and none are common. If you take too much you may feel weakness, muscle pain, or have a metallic taste in your mouth. If experience any such side effects, speak with your doctor. They may be able to help you reduce or treat the symptoms. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have high levels of calcium in your blood or if you have any heart, kidney, or liver disease. Some other medicines can decrease the absorption of vitamin D3 so let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. This medicine may help during pregnancy when your body needs more vitamin D but too much could harm your baby. Discuss with your doctor.
INTRODUCTION
In Treatment of Vitamin D deficiency Normally your body creates vitamin D from sunlight, but you will be prescribed this medicine as a supplement if you do not have enough. It is important to keep taking it regularly to get the benefits. You may not notice it working but keep taking it in order to protect your bones. Additionally, it can boost your immunity and increase the body’s resistance against various infections. 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 the absorption of calcium and helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in your body. If you do not have enough calcium it can damage your bones. It will help to keep your bones strong and healthy and reduce the risk of them becoming weak and more likely to break. You can help improve the strength of your bones by taking regular exercise (especially weight-bearing exercise), eating healthy foods containing calcium and vitamin D, and reducing your consumption of alcohol and tobacco.
USE OF
Treatment of Vitamin D deficiency | Treatment of Osteoporosis
BENEFITS
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule is to be taken with food.
FACTBOX
Chemical Class::Vitamin D Derivative [cholecalciferol
HOW TO USE
AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule is a form of vitamin D. It raises vitamin D levels in your blood. This in turn raises calcium levels in your blood by helping you absorb more calcium from food.
SAFETY ADVICE
– Alcohol : CAUTION – Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule. Please consult your doctor. – Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. – Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. – Driving : SAFE – AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive. – Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. – Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
IF MISS
If you miss a dose of AL-D3 Soft Gelatin 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.
COMMON SIDE EFFECT
ALCOHOL INTERACTION
CAUTION
PREGNANCY INTERACTION
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
LACTATION INTERACTION
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
KIDNEY INTERACTION
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
LIVER INTERACTION
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
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FAQ
Q. Is it better to take AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule at night or in the morning?::: You can take AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule at any time of the day, morning, or night. However, there is limited information available about the best time to take AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.| Q. What are the benefits of taking AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule?::: AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule is important for maintaining bone health, support the health of the immune system, brain, and nervous system. It also regulates insulin levels and is also important for a healthy heart and blood vessels.| Q. How should AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule be taken?::: AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule should be swallowed whole with water and should not be crushed or chewed. It is advised to take it with the main meal of the day to increase its absorption.| Q. Who should not take AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule?::: AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule should not be taken by patients who are allergic to cholecalciferol, patients with increased levels of calcium in the blood or if there is presence of calcium in the urine. Its use should be avoided by patients who have kidney stones or have severe kidney problems.| Q. What happens if I take too much AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule?::: Taking too much AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule for a long period of time may increase the levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcemia). This may cause weakness, fatigue, vomiting, diarrhea, sluggishness, kidney stones, increased blood pressure, and growth retardation in children.| Q. How much vitamin D should I take daily?::: The daily requirement of vitamin D is 4000 IU/day. Since your diet may not be meeting the daily requirement of vitamin D, therefore you may need 1000 – 3000 IU/day of supplements of vitamin D. AL-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule is a form of vitamin D which is used as a supplement in patients with vitamin D deficiency.| Q. What happens if vitamin D is low?::: Low levels of vitamin D may cause rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults. Vitamin D deficiency may also increase the risk of diabetes mellitus 1, high blood pressure, depression, some cancers, and osteoporosis.
DISCLAIMER
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