Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule
food interaction for Alpha D3 Capsule
alcohol interaction for Alpha D3 Capsule
pregnancy interaction for Alpha D3 Capsule
lactation interaction for Alpha D3 Capsule
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alpha D3 0.5mcg 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule
Alfacalcidol(0.5mcg)
Alpha d3 capsule uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of Vitamin D deficiency.
How alpha d3 capsule works
Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule is a Vitamin D-hormone analog that gets activated in the body with the help of liver enzymes. It gets converted into the active form of vitamin D3 (calcitriol) that helps in strengthening the bones and also regulates the other functioning of the body.
Common side effects of alpha d3 capsule
Rash, Itching, Abdominal pain, Increased calcium level in blood, Increased calcium in urine, Increased phosphate level in blood
SUBSTITUTES FOR Alpha D3 Capsule
No substitutes found
Expert advice FOR Alpha D3 Capsule
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
- Do not take Alfacalcidol if you know you have a condition called hypercalcemia (increased calcium level in blood) or calcification (high levels of calcium in body tissues).
- You may be asked for regular blood tests to check the level of calcium and phosphate in the blood.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you notice a skin rash, swelling of face and breathing difficulty.
Frequently asked questions FOR Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule
Alfacalcidol
Q. Why should I take alfacalcidol?
You have been prescribed Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule to improve the level of vitamin D in your blood.
Q. What happens if vitamin D is low?
Vitamin D is essential for strong bones because it helps the body use calcium from the diet. A low level of vitamin D causes weak bones, bone pain, and muscle weakness. It can also lead to various bone disorders like osteoporosis and fractures (broken bones).
Q. How do you test for vitamin D?
The 25-hydroxy vitamin D test is the most accurate way to measure how much vitamin D is in your body. A health care professional will take a blood sample from a vein in your arm, using a small needle. The sample is then sent to a laboratory to determine if you have too much or too little vitamin D in your blood.