Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

No, Arachitol does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported to cause weight gain by the patients who are taking. It is not a known side effect of this drug. In fact, its long-term use might cause weight loss. It is presumed that it can prevent the formation of fat cells and their storage by increasing the levels of hormone chemical messengers serotonin and testosterone which leads to weight loss. If you experience heavy weight gain after using this drug and you are in doubt that this drug is causing unusual weight gain then discuss with your doctor without further delay.

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Arachitol is helpful in the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis (causes weak bone). Arachitol 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.

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Arachitol contains cholecalciferol also known as vitamin D3. It works by restoring the normal levels of vitamin D3 in the body which promotes the calcium and phosphate absorption in the intestine and its retention from the kidneys. Normally, vitamin D3 comes from dietary sources and it is also synthesized in the skin by sunlight. It plays multiple roles in our bodies such as maintaining normal levels of calcium in the body through its absorption in the intestine and its retention by the kidneys. In case of malabsorption states, the body is not able to absorb this vital nutrient from the small intestine and also in case of liver diseases vitamin D3 is not converted into its active form by the liver which leads to its deficiency. Due to this, its normal levels are not available in the body and the roles played by vitamin D3 are affected. Arachitol restores the optimum levels of vitamin D3 in the body which helps in treating its deficiency.

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

The dose of Arachitol varies from case to case basis depending on the medical condition of the patient. Oral tablet of Arachitol can be taken with or without food because food does not affect its absorption. You are advised to take it as per your doctor's instructions. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper kidney function and heart diseases.

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

No, Arachitol does not increase blood sugar (hyperglycemia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. Arachitol contains Vitamin D which has been found to improve glucose control by enhancing insulin sensitivity. Hence, it can be taken by patients who are suffering from diabetes without any worry.