Medication info

Chewy Soft Capsules

OTC medicationSoft capsule경구Approval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Cholecalciferol Concentrate Oil›1mg / 1 capsuleTocopherol Acetate›18mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
(주)알피바이오
Appearance
Orange-colored chewable oval soft capsules containing a light yellow orange-scented content
Packaging
For domestic use - 60 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP x 6], for domestic use - 120 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP x 12]
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 202301319 · Notified 2023.04.21

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2026.01.06. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Improvement of bone growth deficiency and prevention of rickets
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Aged 8 years and older and adults: Take 1 capsule once a day, chewed.
Child dose
Aged 8 years and older: Take 1 capsule once a day, chewed.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)알피바이오

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of bone growth deficiency and prevention of rickets

  • Bone growth deficiency
  • tooth growth deficiency
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The vitamins D and E contained in this medicine need to be appropriately supplied during specific periods such as pregnancy, lactation, growth stages, and old age. In particular, vitamin D helps promote the normal growth of bones and teeth and is effective in preventing rickets. Therefore, this drug is used to maintain bone health and improve growth deficiencies.

How to take

Adult dose

Aged 8 years and older and adults: Take 1 capsule once a day, chewed.

Child dose

Aged 8 years and older: Take 1 capsule once a day, chewed.

Precautions

This drug should not be taken by patients with hypercalcemia (abnormally high levels of calcium in the blood), patients with sarcoidosis (a systemic inflammatory disease of unknown cause), or patients with kidney disease. Individuals who have had allergic reactions or hypersensitivity to the ingredients in this drug should also avoid using it. This drug should not be administered to infants under 3 months old. Patients with kidney stones or allergies to soybean oil, soy, or peanuts should not take this drug either. Children under 1 year old, patients currently receiving treatment from a physician, children who are exposed to a lot of sunlight and have normal diets, pregnant or possibly pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, premature infants, and infants should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this drug. Particularly, there is a need for caution as the vitamin D component can transmit to newborns through breast milk, causing hypercalcemia. Patients with a history of kidney stones or disorders of fat metabolism, such as hyperlipoproteinemia, diabetic dyslipidemia, or pancreatitis, should also consult an expert before taking this drug. If symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, constipation, rash, or redness occur during the use of this drug, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician. Women should consult an expert if they experience changes in their menstrual cycle, such as an accelerated cycle or prolonged bleeding. Women taking oral contraceptives or patients at risk for thrombosis should be cautious when taking the vitamin E component of this drug as it may increase the risk of thrombosis. If this drug is taken incorrectly or symptoms do not improve after one month of treatment, consult a physician immediately. It is essential to adhere to the prescribed dosage and administration; when administering to children, they should do so under the supervision of a guardian. Patients at risk of lipid overload should regularly check their plasma lipid levels and adjust the dosage as necessary. Additionally, this drug should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, to maintain its efficacy for a long time. It is essential not to transfer this medication to a different container to preserve its quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, gastric discomfort, constipation, rash, redness (hyperemia), changes in menstruation (accelerated or increased flow), persistent bleeding

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This drug should be stored in a sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, ideally at a temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the drug's effectiveness for an extended period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Orange-colored chewable oval soft capsules containing a light yellow orange-scented content

Package unit

For domestic use - 60 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP x 6], for domestic use - 120 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP x 12]

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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