Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Usually, Sonne D3 is given for 2 - 4 weeks which may vary from case to case basis depending on the age, gender, and diagnosis of the patient. You are advised take it as per your doctor's advice. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed as the excess of a vitamin can also cause hypervitaminosis D (high levels of vitamin D) in our body that can lead to unpleasant side effects such as high blood pressure, increased heart rate, and fatigue.

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Sonne D3 is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Sonne D3 does not cause hair loss. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact, research suggests that vitamin D deficiency can lead to hair loss. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Sonne D3 causes a headache, if the drug is taken in more than the recommended doses. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest. Even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Sonne D3 is helpful in the treatment of rickets which is a condition that results from vitamin D deficiency in the children which causes soft and weak bones. Sonne D3 works in rickets by restoring the normal levels of vitamin D which promotes the strengthening of bones through calcium absorption.