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Ergocalciferol
Latest prescription information about Ergocalciferol. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Ergocalciferol
Pronunciation : er-goe-kal-SIF-e-role
Therapeutic Classification : cholinergic agents
Trade Name(s):
India- Vitalpha, Biocal, Qtr –Alfa, Zaxial, Alfabol Cap, GR –Alpha, Alfaset, Alphadol, Alpha Calcirol, Alfacalcirol, Alfacal, Alfa Caps, Alfarich, Alfabond, Calfa D, Alfacip, Aristrol, Ostriol, Minroset, One Alpha. International- Drisdol, Vitamin D2, Calciferol, Calcidol. This medication is vitamin D, prescribed for hypoparathyroidism, and refractory rickets. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : Rickets- 12,000 to 500,000 USP units daily. Hypoparathyroidism- 50,000 to 200,000 USP units daily. How it should be taken : It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, with or without food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver disease, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Side Effects : Genitourinary - Impairment of kidney function with frequent urination, night time urination, increased thirst. Central Nervous System - Mental retardation. Soft Tissues - Widespread calcification of the soft tissues, including the heart, blood vessels, kidney, and lungs. Musculoskeletal - Bone demineralization, nerve pain, stiffness, and weakness. Gastrointestinal - Nausea, loss of appetite and constipation. Metabolic - Mild acidosis, anemia and weight loss. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at controlled room temperature 15°-30°C. |
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