Lumia 2K Capsule 10'S

INTRODUCTION

LUMIA 2K CAPSULE contains Cholecalciferol which belongs to the group of medicines called Vitamin D analogs. It is a form of vitamin D used in the prevention and treatment of vitamin D deficiency conditions and for certain bone conditions such as thinning of the bone (osteoporosis) which will be given to you with other medicines.

Deficiency of vitamin D may occur when your diet or lifestyle does not provide you with enough vitamin D or when your body requires more vitamin D (for instance when you are pregnant).

Along with this treatment, your doctor might advise you to eat and drink foods that are rich in calcium. Your doctor might want to take certain blood tests prior to the treatment to understand the existing condition.

LUMIA 2K CAPSULE is not recommended for use if you have high levels of calcium in your blood (hypercalcaemia) or urine (hypercalciuria), are suffering from liver problems, kidney failure, kidney stones or have a tendency to form kidney stones, high levels of vitamin D in blood (hypervitaminosis).

Before taking LUMIA 2K CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you have any kind of heart disease or narrowing of the arteries, sarcoidosis (a multisystem chronic inflammatory condition which can affect your lungs, heart and kidneys) or if you are taking any medicines or food containing vitamin D.

LUMIA 2K CAPSULE should be used with caution among women who are pregnant and breastfeeding because too much vitamin D may harm your baby. LUMIA 2K CAPSULE can only be given to children and adolescents aged 12 and above. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual side effects during treatment with this medicine.

USES OF LUMIA 2K CAPSULE

• Prevents or treats vitamin D deficiency
• Treats osteoporosis (thinning of the bone) along with other medicines

HOW LUMIA 2K CAPSULE WORKS

LUMIA 2K CAPSULE helps the body to absorb calcium and phosphorus by increasing their absorption from the gut and reducing the amount removed by the kidneys and is a fat-soluble vitamin.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take LUMIA 2K CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow LUMIA 2K CAPSULE with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF LUMIA 2K CAPSULE

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Skin rash:

Do not scratch the affected area. Wear protective clothing while going outdoors. Regularly moisturize your skin. Consult your doctor if the symptoms worsen.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

LUMIA 2K CAPSULE should be used with caution in pregnant women or women planning to have a baby. Consult your doctor before taking it. If you require extra vitamin D do not take it without medical supervision because too much vitamin D may harm your baby.

BREASTFEEDING

LUMIA 2K CAPSULE should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking it. If you require extra vitamin D do not take it without medical supervision because too much vitamin D may harm your baby.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

LUMIA 2K CAPSULE does not affect your ability to drive or use machines. Consult your doctor before taking it.

KIDNEY

LUMIA 2K CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients with kidney failure, kidney stones (renal calculi) or have a tendency to form kidney stones. Consult your doctor before taking LUMIA 2K CAPSULE.

LIVER

LUMIA 2K CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose will be adjusted by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking LUMIA 2K CAPSULE.  

ALLERGY

LUMIA 2K CAPSULE is not recommended for use if you are allergic to Cholecalciferol or any other ingredients of this medicine.

HEART DISEASE

LUMIA 2K CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with heart disease or narrowing of the arteries. Consult your doctor before taking LUMIA 2K CAPSULE.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Before taking LUMIA 2K CAPSULE, inform your doctor, if you are taking any of the following medicines:

• medicines used to treat epilepsy (Ex. carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone)
• other vitamin D containing medicines including multi-vitamins
•  medicines to control the rate of your heartbeat (Ex. digoxin, digitoxin)
•  diuretics (water tablets) (Ex. Bendroflumethiazide)
• calcium supplements
• medicines used to treat tuberculosis (Ex. rifampicin, isoniazid)
• medicines leading to fat malabsorption (Ex. orlistat, cholestyramine, liquid paraffin)
• medicines used to treat fungal infections (Ex. ketoconazole, itraconazole)
• actinomycin (medicine used to treat some forms of cancer)
• glucocorticosteroids Ex. hydrocortisone or prednisolone (used to treat inflammatory conditions)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of LUMIA 2K CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Signs of overdose include loss of appetite, thirst, nausea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, muscle weakness, tiredness, confusion, having to pass more urine than usual, bone pain, kidney problems and in severe cases it may cause irregular heartbeat, coma or even death.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep the medicine out of reach of children
• Store LUMIA 2K CAPSULE at room temperature

FAQs ABOUT LUMIA 2K CAPSULE

What is LUMIA 2K CAPSULE used for?

LUMIA 2K CAPSULE is used to treat osteoporosis (is a bone condition in which there is thinning of the bone) along with other medicines and to prevent or treat vitamin D deficiency (which may occur when your diet or lifestyle does not provide you enough vitamin D or when your body requires more vitamin D during pregnancy). 

What happens if you take more LUMIA 2K CAPSULE than your required dose?

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of LUMIA 2K CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.  Symptoms of overdose are loss of appetite, thirst, nausea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, muscle weakness, tiredness, confusion, having to pass more urine than usual, bone pain, kidney problems, and in severe cases it may cause irregular heartbeat, coma or even death.

How does LUMIA 2K CAPSULE work?

LUMIA 2K CAPSULE helps the body to absorb calcium and phosphorus and is a fat-soluble vitamin. It is produced naturally by your skin after exposure to the sun and is also found in some foods.  LUMIA 2K CAPSULE is prescribed as a dietary supplement when there is a deficiency of Vitamin D or during increased requirement.

Can LUMIA 2K CAPSULE be used in patients with kidney problems?

LUMIA 2K CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients with kidney failure, kidney stones (renal calculi) or have a tendency to form kidney stones. Consult your doctor for advice before taking LUMIA 2K CAPSULE.

Can LUMIA 2K CAPSULE be used in pregnant women?

LUMIA 2K CAPSULE should be used with caution in pregnant women or women planning to have a baby. Consult your doctor before taking it. If you require extra vitamin D do not take it without medical supervision because too much vitamin D may harm your baby.

REFERENCES

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USEFUL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS

• Vitamin D3 test
• Kidney function test

AUTHOR DETAILS

Written By Dr. R. Dinesh John Rajkumar, Pharm.D
Last updated on 20 Oct 2022 | 04:21 PM(IST)