Vitamin D3 100,000 IU (Cholecalciferol)

Adult administration

Adjust the dose based on a physician's prescription by checking the serum level of 25-hydroxyvitamin D. Administer 200,000 IU of cholecalciferol via intramuscular injection. Ensure the yearly dose does not exceed 600,000 IU.

Child administration

Administer 200,000 IU of cholecalciferol via intramuscular injection.

This medication contains Vitamin D, and excessive dosing can cause elevated calcium levels in the body. Therefore, when taking with foods fortified with Vitamin D or other treatments, it is essential to check the total Vitamin D content. Regular monitoring of calcium levels in blood and urine is necessary, and if they exceed normal ranges, administration should be stopped. This medicine should not be used by patients with certain conditions, such as those with hypercalcemia, personal history of kidney stones, impaired kidney function, and pregnant or breastfeeding women. While using this medication, side effects such as headache, fatigue, muscle pain, indigestion, dehydration, and elevated blood pressure may occur, and in severe cases, serious symptoms such as kidney damage or arrhythmias may arise, requiring careful monitoring. Maintaining an appropriate dosage while regularly checking Vitamin D and parathyroid hormone levels in the blood is critical, especially for the elderly or those taking specific medications, frequent kidney function tests are necessary. There may be drug interactions, so consult a specialist when taking with anticonvulsants, diuretics, antacids, anticoagulants, etc. During pregnancy, avoid excessive dosing as it may be harmful to the fetus; therefore, it is safest for pregnant and breastfeeding women not to use it. The safety and efficacy in children under 12 years of age have not been established, so use is not recommended. In case of overdose, immediately stop administration, reduce calcium intake, increase hydration, and seek medical assistance if needed. Do not mix this medication with others, use it quickly once opened, and discard any unused portion. When storing, keep in a sealed container to protect from light. It is recommended to maintain a temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Serious side effects

Kidney impairment

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, calcification of tissues such as kidney and blood vessels, hyperostosis, arrhythmias, psychological symptoms, sensory disturbance, joint pain, myasthenia, drowsiness, azotemia, hypersensitivity reactions, thirst, confusion, bloating, abdominal pain, metallic taste, dry mouth, rash, itching, hypercalciuria, hypercalcemia

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a sealed container away from light. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A transparent liquid that is pale yellow contained in a brown glass ampoule.

Package unit

5 ampoules/box [(0.5 mL/ampoule)]