Tamin D Injection (Cholecalciferol)

Adult administration

Adults receive 200,000 IU of cholecalciferol via intramuscular injection. Ensure that the annual dosage does not exceed 600,000 IU of cholecalciferol.

Child administration

Adolescents receive 200,000 IU of cholecalciferol via intramuscular injection.

This medication contains vitamin D, so dosages should be managed carefully to avoid overdose. The total intake should be monitored carefully if taken with vitamin D-fortified foods or other vitamin D supplements. Blood calcium levels should be checked regularly, and if calcium levels become too high or if excessive calcium is excreted in urine, the use of this drug should be stopped. It is also important to regularly check calcium levels in the blood and urine when calcium intake is high. This medication should not be used by patients with certain conditions, those with poor kidney function, or women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Individuals with known allergies to this medication should avoid taking it. While taking this medication, various side effects such as headaches, fatigue, muscle aches, indigestion, dehydration, hypertension, and kidney problems may occur, so if any unusual symptoms arise, it is essential to consult healthcare professionals immediately. It is important to periodically check the levels of vitamin D in the blood and parathyroid hormone to maintain an appropriate dosage, especially for elderly patients or those taking specific other medications who should regularly monitor kidney function. There may be drug interactions; be sure to inform healthcare providers if taken with anticonvulsants, diuretics, antacids, warfarin, etc., and to exercise caution. This medication may be harmful to the fetus if taken in excess during pregnancy; therefore, it should not be used by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. The safety and efficacy in children under 12 years old have not been established, so it is advisable not to use it. In case of overdose, discontinue this medication immediately, reduce calcium intake, ensure adequate fluid intake, and assist diuresis. This medication should not be mixed with other drugs, and any remaining in-use should be discarded after opening. Store this medication protected from light in a dark container and at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness and prevent deterioration.

Serious side effects

• Hypercalcemia
• arrhythmia
• kidney disorder
• hypersensitivity reactions
• urticaria

Mild side effects

Headache, weakness, fatigue, muscle pain, loss of appetite, weight loss, growth retardation, nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, polydipsia, polyuria, dehydration, hypertension, calcium stones, calcification of tissues such as kidneys and blood vessels, kidney disorders, excessive calcification of bones, arrhythmia, psychological symptoms, perceptual disturbances, joint pain, myasthenia, drowsiness, azotemia, hypersensitivity reactions, thirst, confusion, gas bloating, abdominal pain, metallic taste, dry mouth, rash, itching, hypercalciuria,

This medication is sensitive to light; therefore, it should be stored in a dark container to avoid exposure to light, and stored at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. This ensures that the effectiveness of the medication is maintained and prevents deterioration.

Appearance

A clear, pale yellow solution in a brown glass ampoule for injection

Package unit

1mL x 5 ampoules