Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule
Product introduction
Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule is used in the treatment of vitamin D deficiency and osteoporosis. It helps the body to absorb calcium. Calcium is essential for maintaining strong and healthy bones. it is used when your diet does not provide enough.
Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule is used as health supplement
Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule is used as health supplement
Uses of Achol-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule
- Treatment of Vitamin D deficiency
- Treatment of Osteoporosis
Benefits of Achol-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule
In Treatment of Vitamin D deficiency
Normally your body creates vitamin D from sunlight, but you will be prescribed this medicine as a supplement if you do not have enough. It is important to keep taking it regularly to get the benefits. You may not notice it working but keep taking it in order to protect your bones. Additionally, it can boost your immunity and increase the body's resistance against various infections.
In Treatment of Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a common condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It often occurs in women after menopause. Vitamin D is important for the absorption of calcium and helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in your body. If you do not have enough calcium it can damage your bones. It will help to keep your bones strong and healthy and reduce the risk of them becoming weak and more likely to break.
You can help improve the strength of your bones by taking regular exercise (especially weight-bearing exercise), eating healthy foods containing calcium and vitamin D, and reducing your consumption of alcohol and tobacco.
You can help improve the strength of your bones by taking regular exercise (especially weight-bearing exercise), eating healthy foods containing calcium and vitamin D, and reducing your consumption of alcohol and tobacco.
Side effects of Achol-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Achol-D3
- No common side effects seen
How to use Achol-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule is to be taken with food.
How Achol-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule works
Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule is a form of vitamin D. It raises vitamin D levels in your blood. This in turn raises calcium levels in your blood by helping you absorb more calcium from food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Achol-D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule for the treatment of vitaminD3 deficiency.
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
- It should be taken with food for faster absorption of medicine.
- Some healthy tips for vitamin D deficiency:
- Get enough sun exposure 10-30 minutes thrice a week.
- Light-skinned: 20-30 minutes of sun exposure.
- Dark-skinned: 30-40 minutes of sun exposure.
- Eat vitamin D rich diet like egg yolk, mushrooms, cheese, milk, butter, fortified food and oily fish.
- It might affect your sleep pattern when taken at night time. To avoid this better to take it at day time.
- Do not take antacids or any other medication 2 hours before or after taking Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule.
- Inform your doctor if you notice nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, constipation, weakness and weight loss while taking this medicine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Vitamin D Derivative [cholecalciferol]
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action Class
Vitamins
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is it better to take Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule at night or in the morning?
You can take Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule at any time of the day, morning, or night. However, there is limited information available about the best time to take Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.
What are the benefits of taking Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule?
Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule is important for maintaining bone health, support the health of the immune system, brain, and nervous system. It also regulates insulin levels and is also important for a healthy heart and blood vessels.
How should Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule be taken?
Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule should be swallowed whole with water and should not be crushed or chewed. It is advised to take it with the main meal of the day to increase its absorption.
Who should not take Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule?
Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule should not be taken by patients who are allergic to cholecalciferol, patients with increased levels of calcium in the blood or if there is presence of calcium in the urine. Its use should be avoided by patients who have kidney stones or have severe kidney problems.
What happens if I take too much Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule?
Taking too much Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule for a long period of time may increase the levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcemia). This may cause weakness, fatigue, vomiting, diarrhea, sluggishness, kidney stones, increased blood pressure, and growth retardation in children.
How much vitamin D should I take daily?
The daily requirement of vitamin D is 4000 IU/day. Since your diet may not be meeting the daily requirement of vitamin D, therefore you may need 1000 - 3000 IU/day of supplements of vitamin D. Achol-D3 Softgel Capsule is a form of vitamin D which is used as a supplement in patients with vitamin D deficiency.
What happens if vitamin D is low?
Low levels of vitamin D may cause rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults. Vitamin D deficiency may also increase the risk of diabetes mellitus 1, high blood pressure, depression, some cancers, and osteoporosis.
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