Calcirol 20000IU Oral & IM Injectable Solution

Uses of Calcirol 20000IU Oral & IM Injectable Solution

• Nutritional Supplementation
• Vitamin D Resistant Rickets

How does Calcirol 20000IU Oral & IM Injectable Solution work?

Calcirol 20000IU Oral & IM Injectable Solution works by promoting the absorption of calcium, phosphates, and Vitamin A from different organs of your body and helps in maintaining overall health.

Side Effects of Calcirol 20000IU Oral & IM Injectable Solution

• Common Side Effects: Constipation, increased calcium levels in the blood (hypercalcemia), increased calcium in the urine (hypercalciuria), nausea, and vomiting. These side effects are usually mild and tend to resolve on their own.
• Seek Medical Attention: If side effects persist or worsen, consult your physician.

Quick Suggestions:

• Helps in cases where the body has insufficient levels of Vitamin D, which could be due to inadequate nutrition, poor intestinal absorption, or limited exposure to sunlight.
• Strengthens bones and helps prevent fractures in individuals with weak and brittle bones.
• Assists in maintaining calcium levels in the body when the parathyroid glands produce insufficient calcium.
• Prevents muscle spasms associated with low calcium levels.
• Used to treat and prevent the softening or deformation of bones caused by a lack of calcium.

Indication of Calcirol 20000IU Oral & IM Injectable Solution

Calcirol 20000IU Oral & IM Injectable Solution is a Vitamin D supplement primarily used to treat conditions related to low calcium levels in the body.

Pharmacology

Calcirol 20000IU Oral & IM Injectable Solution contains Cholecalciferol, which is crucial for promoting the absorption of calcium, phosphates, and Vitamin A from different parts of the body, ensuring the maintenance of healthy bones and overall well-being.

Dosage & Administration of Calcirol 20000IU Oral & IM Injectable Solution

Adult Dose:

• Oral/IM Administration: For nutritional deficiency, the recommended dose of Colecalciferol (Vitamin D3) is 5-10 mcg (200-400 IU) or 1-2 ml per day.
• Osteoporosis Prophylaxis and Treatment (for individuals over 50 years): The recommended dose is 800-1000 IU (20-25 mcg) taken orally once daily along with calcium supplements. This can also be administered via intramuscular injection.
• Hypoparathyroidism: The recommended dose is 50,000-200,000 IU (0.625-5 mg) taken orally once daily with calcium supplements, and it may also be administered via intramuscular injection.

Child Dose:

• Nutritional Supplementation: The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) is as follows:
  • Infants (0-12 months): 400 IU (10 mcg) taken orally once daily.
  • Children (1-18 years): 600 IU (15 mcg) taken orally once daily.
• Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets: The dose ranges from 12,000 to 500,000 IU (0.3-12.5 mg) taken orally once daily.
• Familial Hypophosphatemia: The recommended dose is 40,000-80,000 IU (1-2 mg) taken orally once daily along with phosphate supplements, with the dose potentially being reduced after the growth phase is complete.

Take Calcirol 20000IU Oral & IM Injectable Solution as advised by your physician. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition.

Interaction

Before taking Calcirol 20000IU Oral & IM Injectable Solution, 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)

Contraindications:

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Cholecalciferol or any other component of Calcirol 20000IU Oral & IM Injectable Solution.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Cholecalciferol or any other component of Calcirol 20000IU Oral & IM Injectable Solution.

Precautions & Warnings

• Diabetes & Phenylketonuria: Chewable or dissolvable tablets may contain sugar or aspartame, so caution is advised.
• Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their physician before taking Calcirol 20000IU Oral & IM Injectable Solution. Higher doses than recommended should only be taken under medical supervision.
• Children: Safe for use in children when prescribed by a pediatrician.
• Use with Caution: In cases of hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), kidney impairment, heart diseases, kidney stones, and hypervitaminosis D (excessive Vitamin D levels), Calcirol 20000IU Oral & IM Injectable Solution should be used with caution.

Storage:

• Keep the medicine out of reach of children
• Store Calcirol 20000IU Oral & IM Injectable Solution at room temperature