Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Deksel 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 Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Deksel contains cholecalciferol which is a secosteroid and it acts as a hormone precursor. It is a prescription drug that is used in the management of diseases that results from vitamin D deficiency such as rickets. It should not be confused with anabolic-androgenic steroids which are used by some bodybuilders, without prescription to build muscle mass.

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

No, Deksel 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. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

The dose of Deksel varies from case to case basis depending on the medical condition of the patient. Oral tablet of Deksel 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 Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Deksel 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.