Devita 600000IU Injection

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Composition FOR Devita 600000IU Injection

Vitamin D3(600000IU)

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Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Devita 600000IU Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Devita 600000IU Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Devita 600000IU Injection 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 Devita 600000IU Injection

Vitamin D3(600000IU)

Devita injection uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of Vitamin D deficiency and osteoporosis.

How devita injection works

Devita 600000IU Injection 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.

Common side effects of devita injection

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Weakness, Muscle pain, Metallic taste

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Expert advice FOR Devita Injection

  • Your doctor has prescribed Vitamin D3 for the treatment of vitaminD3 deficiency.
  • It is given as an injection into muscles under the supervision of a doctor.
  • 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.
  • Do not take antacids or any other medication 2 hours before or after taking Vitamin D3.
  • Other prescription or over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and herbal products may affect the Vitamin D3 levels in the body. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, constipation, weakness and weight loss while taking this medicine.
     

Frequently asked questions FOR Devita 600000IU Injection

Vitamin D3

Q. What are the benefits of taking Devita 600000IU Injection?
Devita 600000IU Injection is important for maintaining bone health, supporting the health of the immune system, brain, and nervous system. It also regulates insulin levels and is important for a healthy heart and blood vessels.
Q. Is it better to take Devita 600000IU Injection at night or in the morning?
You can take Devita 600000IU Injection at any time of the day, morning or night. However, there is limited information available about the best time to take Devita 600000IU Injection. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor. However, if not sure, consult your doctor.
Q. How is Devita 600000IU Injection administered?
Devita 600000IU Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Devita 600000IU Injection.
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Q. Who should not take Devita 600000IU Injection?
Devita 600000IU Injection 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. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking Devita 600000IU Injection.
Q. What happens if I take too much Devita 600000IU Injection?
Taking too much Devita 600000IU Injection 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. If you experience any such symptoms consult your doctor.
Q. How much Vitamin D3 should I take daily?
Devita 600000IU Injection is a form of vitamin D which is used as a supplement in patients with vitamin D deficiency. The daily requirement of Vitamin D3 is 4000 IU/day. Since your diet may not be able to meet the daily requirement of Vitamin D3, therefore you may need 1000 - 3000 IU/day of supplements of Vitamin D3.
Q. What happens if Vitamin D3 is low?
Low levels of Vitamin D3 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.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)