Article Contents ::
- 1 The Brand Name CALSI-BEST Has Generic Salt :: Cholecalciferol
- 2 CALSI-BEST Is From Company Bestochem Priced :: Rs. 17.5
- 3 CALSI-BEST have Cholecalciferol is comes under Sub class #N/A of Main Class #N/A
- 4 Main Medicine Class:: #N/A Sub Medicine Class :: #N/A
- 5 Disclaimer ::
- 6 The Information available on this site is for only Informational Purpose , before any use of this information please consult your Doctor .Price of the drugs indicated above may not match to real price due to many possible reasons may , including local taxes etc.. These are only approximate indicative prices of the drug.
The Brand Name CALSI-BEST Has Generic Salt :: Cholecalciferol
CALSI-BEST Is From Company Bestochem Priced :: Rs. 17.5
CALSI-BEST have Cholecalciferol is comes under Sub class #N/A of Main Class #N/A
Main Medicine Class:: #N/A Sub Medicine Class :: #N/A
| Salt Name : OR Generic Name | Form | Price : MRP /Probable | Packing | ||
| Cholecalciferol | SAC | Rs. 17.5 | 1 |
| Brand Name | Company / Manufacturers | Strength | Unit | Price / 1 |
| CALSI-BEST | Bestochem | 60,000 I.U. | 1 | Rs. 17.5 |
| Company Brand Name | Salt Combination | Main Medical Class | Sub Medical Class |
| From Bestochem :: CALSI-BEST | Cholecalciferol | #N/A | #N/A |
Indications for Drugs ::
Osteoporosis, Hypoparathyroidism, Rickets, Osteomalacia,Vitamin D Deficiency, Pseudohypoparathyroidism, Familial hypophosphatemia
Drug Dose ::
Oral /IM solution: Colecalciferol (Vitamin D3) is recommended 5-10 mcg or 1-2ml (200-400 IU)/day or as directed by the physician. May also be given via IM inj.
Contraindication ::
Colecalciferol is contraindicated in all diseases associated with hypercalcaemia. It is also contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Colecalciferol (or medicines of the same class) and any of the constituent excipients. Colecalciferol is contraindicated if there is evidence of vitamin D toxicity.
Drug Precautions ::
People with the following conditions should exercise caution when considering taking vitamin D supplements: High blood Calcium or Phosphorus level Heart problems Kidney disease Vitamin D must be taken with adequate amounts of both Calcium and Magnesium supplementation. When Calcium level is low (due to insufficient vitamin D and calcium intake), the body activates the parathyroid gland, which produces PTH (parathyroid hormone). This hormone kick starts vitamin D hormone production and assists removal of Calcium from the bones to be used in more important functions such as neutralizing body acidity.
Drug Side Effects ::
Generally all nutritional supplements are considered to be safe and well tolerable. However, few side-effects can generally occur including hypercalcaemia syndrome or Calcium intoxication (depending on the severity and duration of hypercalcaemia), occasional acute symptoms include anorexia, headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain or stomach ache and constipation with the administration of Colecaciferol.
Pregnancy category ::
1
Drug Mode of Action ::
Vitamin D3 is a fat-soluble sterol. It is necessary for the regulation and regulation of calcium and phosphate homoeostasis and bone mineralisation. Vitamin D is also essential for healthy bones as it aids in Calcium absorption from the GI tract. In addition to this it stimulates bone formation.
Drug Interactions ::
Increased risk of hypercalcaemia if given with thiazide diuretics, calcium or phosphate. Antiepileptics (e.g. carbamazepine, phenobarbitone, phenytoin & primidone) may increase vitamin D requirements. Rifampicin & isoniazid may reduce efficacy of vitamin D. Corticosteroids may counteract the effect of vitamin D. Digoxin or any cardiac glycoside. Reduced absorption when taken with cholestyramine, colestipol, mineral oil, orlistat. Ketoconazole.
