Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule

Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:05 AM (IST)

Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule is a supplement used for the treatment of Vitamin D deficiency. It is used to maintain normal calcium levels within the body. It also helps to strengthen the weak bones caused due to lack of Vitamin D.

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Contains

Alfacalcidol (0.5mcg)

Marketer

Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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Product introduction

Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule is a vitamin D-hormone analog that gets activated in the body with the help of liver enzymes. It gets converted into the active form of vitamin D3 (calcitriol) that helps in strengthening the bones and also regulates other functioning of the body. It should be used as directed by your doctor. The medicine should not be stopped without the advice of the doctor. It is to be swallowed as a whole. It should not be chewed or crushed. This medicine is to be taken with food.

The side effects of Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule include rashes, high levels of calcium in the blood, high levels of phosphate in the blood, itching, and abdominal pain. This medicine is not advised if you have hypercalcemia (increased levels of calcium in the blood) or calcification (high levels of calcium in body tissues).

After taking this medicine, it is advised to go for regular blood tests to check the levels of calcium and phosphate in the blood. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. It is not advised to consume alcohol after taking this medicine. In patients with kidney and liver disorders, dose adjustment may be required. Discussed with your doctor.

Uses of Alpha D3 Capsule

Treatment of Vitamin D deficiency

Benefits of Alpha D3 Capsule

Treatment of Vitamin D deficiency
Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule helps in the treatment of vitamin D deficiency. This medicine helps maintain normal calcium levels within the body and strengthens the weak bones caused due to lack of vitamin D. Take it regularly and at a fixed time to get maximum benefits from it.

Side effects of Alpha D3 Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Alpha D3

Rash
Itching
Abdominal pain
Increased calcium level in blood
Increased calcium in urine
Increased phosphate level in blood

How to use Alpha D3 Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Alpha D3 Capsule works

Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule is a Vitamin D-hormone analog that gets activated in the body with the help of liver enzymes. It gets converted into the active form of vitamin D3 (calcitriol) that helps in strengthening the bones and also regulates the other functioning of the body.

Quick tips

Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
Do not take Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule if you know you have a condition called hypercalcemia (increased calcium level in blood) or calcification (high levels of calcium in body tissues).
You may be asked for regular blood tests to check the level of calcium and phosphate in the blood.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Inform your doctor if you notice a skin rash, swelling of face and breathing difficulty.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Why should I take alfacalcidol?

You have been prescribed Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule to improve the level of vitamin D in your blood.

What happens if vitamin D is low?

Vitamin D is essential for strong bones because it helps the body use calcium from the diet. A low level of vitamin D causes weak bones, bone pain, and muscle weakness. It can also lead to various bone disorders like osteoporosis and fractures (broken bones).

How do you test for vitamin D?

The 25-hydroxy vitamin D test is the most accurate way to measure how much vitamin D is in your body. A health care professional will take a blood sample from a vein in your arm, using a small needle. The sample is then sent to a laboratory to determine if you have too much or too little vitamin D in your blood.

What is the normal range for vitamin D levels?

The normal range of vitamin D is measured as nanograms per milliliter (ng/mL). It can be anywhere between 20-50ng/mL.

Can too much vitamin D be harmful?

Yes, excess vitamin D in the blood (known as vitamin D toxicity) can be harmful. Signs of toxicity include nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, constipation, weakness, and weight loss. Excess vitamin D can also damage the kidneys. Too much vitamin D also raises the level of calcium in your blood (hypercalcemia) which can cause confusion, disorientation, and problems with heart rhythm.

Who is at risk of vitamin D deficiency?

Some people who are at higher risk of vitamin D deficiency are breastfed infants because human milk is a poor source of vitamin D; older adults, because their skin does not make vitamin D when exposed to sunlight as efficiently as when they were young; and if you have hyperthyroidism, chronic kidney or liver disease.

What foods are rich in vitamin D?

Some of the foods rich in vitamin D are orange juice, fortified breakfast cereals, milk, other dairy products, such as yogurt, cheese, and egg yolk.

How to store Alpha D3 0.5mcg Capsule?

Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light. Keep them out of the reach and sight of children and pets.

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Chemical Class

Vitamin D Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS

Action Class

Vitamins

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Name: Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai - 400 030

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Country of origin: India