D-Star 40000 IU Capsule, 1 box
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- Brand: NIPRO JMI Pharma Ltd.
- Product ID: Colecalciferol [Vitamin D3]
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D-Star 40000 IU Capsule, 1 Box
Description:
D-Star is a preparation of colecalciferol (Vitamin D3). Vitamin D3 helps for the absorption & reabsorption of calcium & phosphorous. Vitamin D3 is essential for normal bone growth & to maintain bone density. It also reduces the severity of bacterial infection, improves lung function, prevents the risk of cancer (breast, colorectal) & helps to maintain adequate insulin levels for type 2 diabetes patients.
Indication
D-Star is indicated in the treatment & prevention of Vitamin D3 deficiency. It is also indicated as an adjunct to specific therapy for osteoporosis in patients with vitamin D3 deficiency.
Dosage & Administration
Adults:
Prevention of vitamin D3 deficiency : 20000 IU in every 4 weeks. Higher doses may be required in certain situations.
Treatment of vitamin D3 deficiency: 40,000 IU in once weekly for 7 weeks. Doses for maintenance therapy is 1400-2000 IU/day. To confirm the target level of 25-hydroxy D, measurement of it should be determined 3-4 months after initiating the maintenance therapy.
Addition to specific therapy for osteoporosis: 20000 IU (1 capsule) once a month.
Children (12-18 years):
20,000 IU every 6 weeks for vitamin D3 prevention
20,000 IU once every 2 weeks for 6 weeks for treatment
Prevention of vitamin D3 deficiency : 20000 IU in every 4 weeks. Higher doses may be required in certain situations.
Treatment of vitamin D3 deficiency: 40,000 IU in once weekly for 7 weeks. Doses for maintenance therapy is 1400-2000 IU/day. To confirm the target level of 25-hydroxy D, measurement of it should be determined 3-4 months after initiating the maintenance therapy.
Addition to specific therapy for osteoporosis: 20000 IU (1 capsule) once a month.
Children (12-18 years):
20,000 IU every 6 weeks for vitamin D3 prevention
20,000 IU once every 2 weeks for 6 weeks for treatment
Contraindication
It is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Vitamin D3.
Precaution
It should be used with caution in patients with impaired renal function.
Side Effects
The general side effects are hypercalcaemia, hypercalciuria, skin rash, pruritus, urticaria, nausea, abdominal pain.
Drug Interaction
It interferes with phenytoin, barbiturates, glucocorticoids, certain laxative (such as liquid paraffin), actinomycin and imidazole antifungal agents.
Pregnancy & Lactation
This high strength formulation is not recommended in pregnancy & lactation.
Storage Condition
Keep below 30 degree C temperature, protected from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
