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Introduction About D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET

D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET contains Cholecalciferol which belongs to the group of medicines called Vitamin D analogs. It is a form of vitamin D used in the management 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 management, 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 management to understand the existing condition.

D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET 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 D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET, 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.

D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET should be used with caution among women who are pregnant and breastfeeding because too much vitamin D may harm your baby. D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET can only be given to children and adolescents aged 12 and above. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual side effects during management with this medicine.

Uses Of D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET

Corrects vitamin D deficiency
Manages osteoporosis (thinning of the bone) and other related bone conditions

How D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET Works

D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET contains vitamin D which gets absorbed in the intestine and converted in the liver and kidneys to its active form. This active form helps the body absorb calcium and phosphate from the intestine, retain calcium in the kidneys, and release calcium from bones. It also supports the immune system by affecting immune cells and reducing inflammation.

How to use D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET

Take D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET as advised by your physician. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

For Tablets, Capsules and softgels: Swallow D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

For Orally Disintegrating tablet/strips and chewable tablet: Place the medicine beneath the tongue and allow it to dissolve on its own.

Side Effects Of D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET

Uncommon

increased calcium in the blood (hypercalcaemia) (signs include nausea or vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, stomachache, feel very thirsty, muscle weakness, drowsiness or confusion)
increased calcium in the urine (hypercalciuria)

Rare

skin rash
itching

Stop taking D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:

swollen face, lips, tongue or throat
difficult to swallow and breathe
raised itchy rash (hives)

How To Manage Side Effects

Skin rash Or Itching

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

Use with Caution

D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET 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

Use with Caution

D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET 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

Use with Caution

D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET does not affect your ability to drive or use machines. Consult your doctor before taking it

Kidney

Contraindicated

D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET 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 D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET.

Liver

Use with Caution

D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose will be adjusted by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET.

Allergy

Contraindicated

D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET is not recommended for use if you are allergic to Cholecalciferol or any other ingredients of this medicine.

Heart Disease

Use with Caution

D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart disease or narrowing of the arteries. Consult your doctor before taking D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET.

Use In Pediatrics

Consult your doctor

D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET is recommended for children and adolescents aged 12 and above. Dose will be adjusted by your child’s doctor. Consult your child’s doctor before taking D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET.

Others

D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET is not recommended for use if you:

have high levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcaemia) or urine (hypercalciuria)
have high levels of vitamin D in the blood (hypervitaminosis D)

Before taking D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET, inform your doctor if you:

have sarcoidosis (a multisystem chronic inflammatory condition which can affect your lungs, heart and kidneys)
are taking medicines containing vitamin D or eating foods or drinking milk enriched with vitamin D

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Before taking D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET, inform your doctor, if you are taking any of the following medicines:

medicines used to manage 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 manage tuberculosis (Ex. rifampicin, isoniazid)
medicines leading to fat malabsorption (Ex. orlistat, cholestyramine, liquid paraffin)
medicines used to manage fungal infections (Ex. ketoconazole, itraconazole)
actinomycin (medicine used to manage some forms of cancer)
glucocorticosteroids Ex. hydrocortisone or prednisolone (used to manage inflammatory conditions)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET, 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

Drug	:	Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3)
Pharmacological Category	:	Vitamin D analogs
Therapeutic Indication	:	Osteoporosis, Vitamin D deficiency
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet, Chewable tablet, Disintegrating tablet, Disintegrating strip, Capsule, Softgel capsule, Injection, Oral solution, Syrup, Suspension, powder, Sachet, Oral drops, Nano drops, Oral Spray, Granules

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Storage

Keep the medicine out of reach of children
Store D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET at room temperature

FAQs About D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET

Q: What is D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET used for?

A: D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET is used to manage osteoporosis (is a bone condition in which there is thinning of the bone) along with other medicines and to manage or manage 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).

Q: What happens if you take more D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET than your required dose?

A: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET, 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.

Q: How does D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET work?

A: D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET 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. D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET is prescribed as a dietary supplement when there is a deficiency of Vitamin D or during increased requirement.

Q: Can D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET be used in patients with kidney problems?

A: D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET 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 D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET.

Q: Can D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET be used in pregnant women?

A: D3 MUST 60K SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR CHEWABLE TABLET 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

1. KD. Tripathi. Section 11, Vitamins. Essentials of medical pharmacology. Seventh edition. 2013. Page-909.

2. Nair, Rathish, and Arun Maseeh. Vitamin D: The "sunshine" vitamin. National library of Medicine, National center for Biotechnology information. Pubmed Central. 2012 [Accessed on 21st June 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3356951/

3. J Christopher Gallagher, Daniel D Bikle. Vitamin D: Mechanisms of Action and Clinical Applications. National library of Medicine, National center for Biotechnology information. Pubmed.gov 2017. [Accessed on 21st June 2022] Vitamin D: Mechanisms of Action and Clinical Applications - PubMed (nih.gov)

4. Labialfarma. Electronics Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in August 2021] [Accessed on 21st June 2022] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.7247.pdf

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Useful Diagnostic Tests

Vitamin D3 test
Kidney function test

Author Details

Written By Srilekha. R - B.Pharm

Reviewed For Accuracy By Dr. Shruthi Raikar - BDS

Last updated on 10 Aug 2024 | 03:53 PM(IST)

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