Vitamin D3 is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Vitamin D3 depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Vitamin D3 is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Vitamin D3 is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Vitamin D3 safe for pregnant women?
Research work has not been carried out till date on safety of Vitamin D3 for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Vitamin D3 safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study of side effects of Vitamin D3 for breastfeeding women, information on safety of Vitamin D3 is unavailable.
What is the effect of Vitamin D3 on the Kidneys?
You may experience side effects on your kidney after taking Vitamin D3. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Vitamin D3 on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Vitamin D3. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Vitamin D3 on the Heart?
Vitamin D3 has very mild side effects on the heart.
Vitamin D3 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vitamin D3 unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Yes, Vitamin D3 is helpful in the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis (causes weak bone). Vitamin D3 works in osteoporosis by increasing the calcium concentration in our body through its intestinal absorption and retention from kidneys which helps in making bones stronger.
No, Vitamin D3 should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Vitamin D3 can be taken with aspirin. No clinical meaningful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Vitamin D3 along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Usually, Vitamin 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.
Yes, Vitamin D3 can elevate the calcium levels in the blood (hypercalcemia) if taken a high dose for a long time. The normal levels of calcium are restored after discontinuation of this drug and not consuming calcium-containing products. Do not take this drug in more than the prescribed doses to avoid unpleasant side effects.
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