Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin Capsule
Manufacturer
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Vitamin D3 (60000IU)
Key Information
Short Description
Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin Capsule is used in the treatment of vitamin D deficiency and osteoporosis. It helps the body to absorb calcium, essential for maintaining strong and healthy bones.
Dosage Form
Soft Gelatin Capsule
Introduction
Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin 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. Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin Capsule is to be taken with food.
How it works
Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin 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 Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin 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 Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin 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 Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin Capsule at night or in the morning?
Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin Capsule can be taken at any time of day - morning or evening. There are limited studies on the best time for optimal absorption, so please follow your doctor's advice.
What are the benefits of taking Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin Capsule?
Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin Capsule is important for maintaining bone health. It may support immune system, brain and nervous system function, regulate insulin levels, and promote a healthy heart and blood vessels.
How should Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin Capsule be taken?
Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin Capsule should be swallowed whole with water and not crushed or chewed. It is advisable to take it with a meal for increased absorption.
Who should not take Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin Capsule?
Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin Capsule should not be taken by individuals allergic to cholecalciferol, those with elevated calcium levels in the blood or presence of calcium in urine. It is crucial to avoid use in individuals with pre-existing kidney stones or severe kidney problems.
What happens if I take too much Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin Capsule?
Excessive intake of Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin Capsule for an extended period may raise calcium levels in the blood (hypercalcemia). This can lead to symptoms such as weakness, fatigue, vomiting, diarrhea, sluggishness, kidney stones, increased blood pressure, and growth retardation in children.
How much vitamin D should I take daily?
The recommended daily intake of vitamin D is 4000 IU. However, since your dietary intake may be insufficient, you may need to consider supplemental doses of vitamin D ranging from 1000 to 3000 IU per day. Gen-D3 60K Soft Gelatin Capsule contains a form of vitamin D used as a supplement for individuals with vitamin D deficiency.
What happens if vitamin D is low?
Low levels of vitamin D can lead to rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults. Deficiency may also increase the risk of developing diabetes mellitus 1, high blood pressure, depression, certain types of cancers, and osteoporosis.
