Alpha D3 0.5Mcg Capsule

Alpha capsule helps to control the levels of calcium and phosphate in your body. It treats deficiency of vitamin D in our body which may cause conditions like hypocalcemia and rickets. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding must consult the doctor before using this medication.

Before taking this medication tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of the ingredients present in this medication. The dosage should be determined by your doctor based on your condition.

• Nutritional Deficiencies

• Hypersensitivity

• Rash

• Increased Calcium Level In Blood

• Increased Potassium Level In Blood

• Itching

• Renal Disorder

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Alpha D3 0.5Mcg Capsule , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Alphadol 0.5mcg Soft Gelatin Capsule

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• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

The drug plays a part when it comes to activation of vitamin D3. Vitamin D3 is activated by 25-hydroxylatio. This is further catalysed by 25-hydroxylase within the liver and also by various other enzymes.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

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  Do not use this medication in combination with Hydrochlorothiazide, Cholestyramine, Magnesium/Aluminum containing medicines, Laxatives, Digoxin, Phenytoin and Carbamazepine.

• Ques : What is Alpha D3 0.5Mcg Capsule?

  Ans : This medication performs its action by providing essential nutrients.

• Ques : What are the uses of Alpha D3 0.5Mcg Capsule?

  Ans : The medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Hypocalcemia and Secondary Hyperparathyroidism.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Alpha D3 0.5Mcg Capsule?

  Ans : Itching, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Constipation, Loss of appetite, Dry mouth, Muscle or bone pain, Drowsiness, Irregular heartbeat, Red eyes, Increased urination and Weight loss are few side effects of this medication.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Alpha D3 0.5Mcg Capsule?

  Ans : The medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Ques : How long do I need to use alfacalcidol before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication should be consumed, until the complete eradication of the disease. Thus it is advised to use, till the time directed by your doctor.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use alfacalcidol?

  Ans : The duration of effect for this medicine is around once in 2 days to once a week, dependent on the severity of the patient’s condition.

• Ques : Should I use alfacalcidol empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : The action of salts involved in this medication, do not depend on whether taking it pre-meal or post-meal. It is advised to consult a doctor before use and take it at a fixed time in a day.