Cholecalciferol
Uses
Cholecalciferol is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies
How it Works
Colecalciferol is known as a type of vitamin D. Vitamin D is mostly made in your skin by exposure to sunlight, but it can be obtained from your diet. Foods that contain colecalciferol are oily fish such as sardine, herring, salmon and tuna and eggs. The body needs adequate supplies of vitamin D in order for it to absorb the intake of calcium in diet. therefore if the body is lacking in vitamin D Colecalciferol can be taken as a supplement
Common Side effects
Patients who take Colecalciferol may suffer from such side effects;
Allergic reactions,
Swelling of the face, throat, and tongue.
Severe dizziness,
Trouble breathing,
Arrythmia
Calcium
Uses
Calcium is used as a supplement in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.
How it Works
Calcium is taken for treating kidney problems at times the levels phosphate can be too high in people with chronic kidney disease. Calcium works by bindinding to the phosphate and this allows phosphate to be removed, helping to keep the levels normal.Calcium supplements are also taken alongside other medicines for preventing or treating thinning of the bones causing osteoporosis.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Calcium may suffer from such side effects;
Kidney stone,
Flatulence,
Constipation,
Nausea,
Vomiting,
Abdominal bloating,
Altered heart rate,
Abnormal heart rhythm
Introduction
Calcium-Cholecalciferol is used in the treatment of low calcium levels in the blood. Calcium-Cholecalciferol is also known as the brand name De Cal. It is used as an alternative to Vitamins like Vitamin-D and calcium. Calcium-Cholecalciferol gives the best treatment for weak bones and muscle related diseases. Since calcium is necessary for the strength of the bones, Calcium-Cholecalciferol aids in the treatment of bone-related problems.
Composition
The active content of the drug is CHOLECALCIFEROL and there are also some inactive contents such as hydroxycholecalciferol, hydroxyvitamin, and secocholesta. It is a white powder that is crystalline in characteristic. The molecular weight of this substance is 384.6. It is soluble to an organic solvent.
Use
Calcium is the main component that plays an important role in developing the strength of the bones. Calcium also plays a role in the growth of cells and the hardness of the muscles. Calcium-Cholecalciferol is used to prevent agents that cause low calcium conditions in the blood. So Calcium-Cholecalciferol is the best treatment for bone loss.
Dosage and administration
It is advised that that the dosage is taken as per the prescription given by the doctors.Calcium-Cholecalciferol should be consumed after food.
Contraindication
You should follow the prescription given by the doctor. You are required to inform you doctor any previous medical conditions or allergies that you may have before being prescribed Calcium-Cholecalciferol.
Important Precautions
Pregnant women are requested to consult with the doctor regarding the use of Calcium-Cholecalciferol. In case of any breathing problem and other side effects experienced you should immediately contact medical services. It is necessary that you should follow the diet that is given by the doctor.
Side effects
Some of the side effects that may be experienced are such as high blood pressure, dry mouth and the pain during urination. Some people also experience by dry mouth and depression, anxiousness and lack of concentration, etc.
Storage
Calcium-Cholecalciferol should be stored at room temperature of 23-25 degrees. Calcium-Cholecalciferol should be kept away from children and pets. Calcium-Cholecalciferol should also be kept away from extreme heat, sunlight and moisture.