Ingredient

Cholecalciferol Concentrate Oil

Cholecalciferol concentrate is an ingredient for vitamin D supplementation.

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MFDS ingredient code M093648

What does it do?

Cholecalciferol concentrate is a form of vitamin D3 and belongs to the fat-soluble vitamins. It is primarily used in medications to prevent or treat vitamin D deficiency. It plays an important role in maintaining bone health and regulating calcium metabolism.

In the body, cholecalciferol is converted in the liver and kidneys into active vitamin D, which promotes the absorption of calcium and phosphorus. This helps strengthen bones and aids in skeletal formation. It also has a positive effect on immune function.

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Good to know

Unlike vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol), cholecalciferol is primarily derived from animal sources and is more effectively converted into its active form in the body. This makes it the preferred form for vitamin D supplementation.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

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