Pralcoholcalciferol Injection

Adult administration

Inject 200,000 IU of cholecalciferol intramuscularly. Elderly patients should receive an injection of 100,000 IU intramuscularly. Ensure that the annual dosage does not exceed 600,000 IU of cholecalciferol.

Child administration

Inject 200,000 IU of cholecalciferol intramuscularly.

This medication contains vitamin D, so to avoid overdose, check the total vitamin D content when taking other medications or fortified foods that contain vitamin D. Regularly check calcium levels in the blood, and if they exceed the normal range, discontinue the medication. Additionally, monitor calcium excretion in the urine. When calcium intake is high, regularly check blood and urinary calcium levels to avoid any abnormalities. This medication should not be used by patients who have allergies to its ingredients, hypercalcemia, hypercalciuria, calcium stones, poor kidney function, limited mobility, specific diseases, or by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Side effects such as headaches, fatigue, muscle pain, indigestion, dehydration, elevated blood pressure, kidney issues, and skin rashes may occur while taking this medication, so consult medical personnel immediately if symptoms arise. In patients with low vitamin D levels, regular monitoring of serum vitamin D levels is necessary to prevent overdose. Creatinine levels should be tested every 3 to 6 months to assess kidney function, especially in older adults or patients taking specific medications. As this medication may interact with other drugs, patients taking anticonvulsants, steroids, certain diuretics, antacids, or warfarin should consult a doctor or pharmacist. It should not be used during pregnancy, as overdose can cause physical and mental issues in children, so caution is necessary. Safety and efficacy in children under 12 years of age have not been established, so it is not recommended. In cases of overdose, discontinue medication immediately, reduce calcium intake, ensure adequate hydration, and treatment to promote diuresis may be needed. Do not mix this medication with others, use it quickly after opening, and dispose of any remaining medication. Store in a container that does not allow light to enter and at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to maintain effectiveness.

Serious side effects

Kidney impairment, tissue calcification in the kidneys and blood vessels, excessive bone calcification, severe allergic reactions (urticaria), severe skin reactions (rashes), severe swelling or urinary abnormalities (high blood pressure and systemic edema)

Mild side effects

• Headaches
• weakness
• fatigue
• muscle pain
• loss of appetite
• weight loss
• growth retardation
• nausea
• vomiting
• constipation

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that does not allow light to pass through. It is also advisable to store it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This storage method helps maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

A transparent pale yellow liquid in a brown glass ampoule.

Package unit

0.5 milliliters/box [0.5 milliliters/ampoule × 5], 1 milliliter/box [1 milliliter/ampoule × 5]