Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule
Manufacturer
Safe Life Care
Salt Composition
Vitamin D3 (60000IU)
Key Information
Short Description
Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule is used in the treatment of vitamin D deficiency and osteoporosis. It helps the body to absorb calcium.
Dosage Form
Soft Gelatin Capsule
Introduction
Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule should be taken as directed by your doctor. It is best taken with or after food as this helps your body absorb it and you should take it regularly to get the most benefit. If you are using it to treat osteoporosis you will be prescribed other medicines as well. This medicine may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes making changes to your diet and taking calcium and vitamin supplements. Learn about the foods you should eat to make sure you get enough calcium and vitamin D in your diet.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule is to be taken with food.
How it works
Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule 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.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule for the treatment of vitamin D3 deficiency. Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor. It should be taken with food for faster absorption of medicine. 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. It might affect your sleep pattern when taken at night time. To avoid this better to take it at day time. Do not take antacids or any other medication 2 hours before or after taking Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule. Inform your doctor if you notice nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, constipation, weakness and weight loss while taking this medicine.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it better to take Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule at night or in the morning?
You can take Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule at any time of day, morning or night. However, there is limited information available about the best time to take Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule. Take it exactly as advised by your healthcare provider.
What are the benefits of taking Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule?
Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule is important for maintaining bone health, supporting the immune system, brain, and nervous system. It also helps regulate insulin levels and is important for a healthy heart and blood vessels.
How should Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule be taken?
Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule should be swallowed whole with water and should not be crushed or chewed. It is advised to take it with the main meal of the day to increase its absorption.
Who should not take Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule?
Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule 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 with kidney stones or severe kidney problems.
What happens if I take too much Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule?
Taking too much Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule 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.
How much vitamin D should I take daily?
The daily requirement of vitamin D is 4000 IU/day. Since your diet may not be meeting the daily requirement of vitamin D, therefore you may need 1000 - 3000 IU/day of supplements of vitamin D. Calsafe-D3 Softgel Capsule is a form of vitamin D used as a supplement in patients with vitamin D deficiency.
What happens if vitamin D is low?
Low levels of vitamin D 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.
