Cholecalciferol Injection 300,000 IU

Adult administration

Use as prescribed by a physician, adjusting the dosage based on the level of 25-hydroxy vitamin D in the blood. Adults are to be given 300,000 IU of cholecalciferol by intramuscular injection. The annual dosage should not exceed 600,000 IU of cholecalciferol.

This medication is an injectable supplement of vitamin D that helps maintain the balance of calcium and phosphorus in the body. When used with vitamin D fortified foods or other vitamin D preparations, the total intake of vitamin D should be carefully calculated. Regularly check calcium levels in blood and urine; if calcium levels exceed the normal range, administration should be discontinued. Particularly careful measures should be taken when opening the ampoule to prevent glass fragments from mixing, especially for children or elderly individuals. It is generally safe not to use this medication for individuals with certain diseases or those who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Side effects such as headaches, fatigue, muscle pain, digestive disorders, dehydration, high blood pressure, and kidney problems may occur during intake. If unusual symptoms appear, consult a healthcare professional immediately. Blood vitamin D levels and parathyroid hormone levels should be periodically monitored, and patients with reduced kidney function or those taking certain medications should be closely observed. There may be interactions with other medications, so it is important to inform the healthcare provider of any medications being taken. In case of overdose, administration should be immediately stopped, calcium intake should be reduced, ample hydration should be maintained, and dialysis treatment may be necessary if needed. Ampoules should be used immediately after opening, and any remaining medication should be discarded. Store in a cool place, away from direct sunlight.

Serious side effects

• Hypercalcemia
• kidney impairment
• arrhythmia
• rash
• hypersensitivity.

Mild side effects

Headache, weakness, fatigue, muscle pain, loss of appetite, weight loss, growth retardation, nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, polydipsia, polyuria, dehydration, high blood pressure, calcium stones, tissue calcification in kidneys and blood vessels, kidney disorders, hypercalcemia, arrhythmia, psychological symptoms, sensory disturbances, joint pain, myasthenia, drowsiness, azotemia, hypersensitivity, thirst, confusion, bloating, abdominal pain, metallic taste, dry mouth, rash, itching, hypercalcemia.

This medicine may deteriorate due to air or light, so it should be kept in a sealed container in a place where light does not enter. It is advisable to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A yellowish solution of cholecalciferol ranging from colorless to green contained in brown glass ampoules.

Package unit

1ml × 10 ampoules