Level-D3 Softgel Capsule

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

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

Level-D3 Softgel Capsule is used to treat vitamin D deficiency and osteoporosis. It helps the body absorb calcium, which is essential for maintaining strong and healthy bones. It is used when the diet does not provide enough.

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4 soft gelatin capsules

General Information

Contains

Vitamin D3 (60000IU)

Marketer

Friska Nutraceuticals Pvt Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Level-D3 Softgel Capsule should be taken as directed by your doctor. It is best taken with or after food as this helps your body absorb it, and you should take it regularly to get the most benefit. If you are using it to treat osteoporosis, you will also be prescribed other medicines. This medicine may be only part of a complete treatment program that includes making changes to your diet and taking calcium and vitamin supplements. Learn about the foods you should eat to ensure you get enough calcium and vitamin D.

Level-D3 Softgel Capsule has few side effects, and none are common. If you take too much, you may feel weakness, muscle pain, or a metallic taste in your mouth. If you experience any such side effects, speak with your doctor. They may be able to help you reduce or treat the symptoms.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have high calcium levels in your blood or if you have any heart, kidney, or liver disease. Some other medicines can decrease the absorption of vitamin D3, so let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. This medicine may help during pregnancy when your body needs more vitamin D, but too much could harm your baby. Discuss with your doctor.

Uses of Level Soft Gelatin Capsule

Treatment of Osteoporosis
Treatment of Vitamin D deficiency

Benefits of Level Soft Gelatin Capsule

Treatment of Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a common condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It often occurs in women after menopause. Vitamin D is important for calcium absorption and helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in your body. If you do not have enough calcium, it can damage your bones. Vitamin D will help keep your bones strong and healthy and reduce the risk of them becoming weak and more likely to break.

Regular exercise (especially weight-bearing exercise), healthy foods containing calcium and vitamin D, and reducing alcohol and tobacco consumption can help improve bone strength.

Treatment of Vitamin D deficiency
Normally, your body creates vitamin D from sunlight, but if you do not have enough, you will be prescribed this medicine as a supplement. It is important to keep taking it regularly to get the benefits. You may not notice it working, but keep taking it to protect your bones. Additionally, it can boost your immunity and increase the body's resistance against various infections.

Side effects of Level Soft Gelatin 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 Level

No common side effects seen

How to use Level Soft Gelatin Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Level-D3 Softgel Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Level Soft Gelatin Capsule works

Level-D3 Softgel Capsule is a form of vitamin D. It raises vitamin D levels in your blood. This, in turn, increases calcium levels in your blood by helping you absorb more calcium from food.

All substitutes for Level-D3 Softgel Capsule

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Level-D3 Softgel Capsule for the treatment of vitamin D3 deficiency.
Take it as per the dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
It should be taken with food for faster absorption of medicine.
Some healthy tips for vitamin D deficiency:
- Get enough sun exposure for 10-30 minutes thrice a week.
- Light-skinned: 20-30 minutes of sun exposure.
- Dark-skinned: 30-40 minutes of sun exposure.
- Eat a vitamin D-rich diet like egg yolk, mushrooms, cheese, milk, butter, fortified food, and oily fish.
When taken at night, it might affect your sleep pattern. To avoid this, it is better to take it in the daytime.
Do not take antacids or any other medication 2 hours before or after taking Level-D3 Softgel Capsule.
Inform your doctor if you notice nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, constipation, weakness, and weight loss while taking this medicine.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Level-D3 Softgel Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Level-D3 Softgel 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

Level-D3 Softgel 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

Level-D3 Softgel Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Level-D3 Softgel Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Level-D3 Softgel Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Level-D3 Softgel Capsule is contraindicated in individuals with severe renal impairment and kidney stones.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

Frequently asked questions

Is it better to take Level-D3 Softgel Capsule at night or in the morning?

You can take Level-D3 Softgel Capsule at any time, morning or night. However, limited information is available about the best time to take it. Take it strictly as advised by your doctor.

What are the benefits of taking Level-D3 Softgel Capsule?

Level-D3 Softgel Capsule is vital for maintaining bone health and supporting the health of the immune system, brain, and nervous systems. It regulates insulin levels and is important for a healthy heart and blood vessels.

How should Level-D3 Softgel Capsule be taken?

Level-D3 Softgel Capsule should be swallowed whole with water and not crushed or chewed. It is advised to be taken with the main meal of the day to increase its absorption.

Who should not take Level-D3 Softgel Capsule?

Level-D3 Softgel Capsule should not be taken by patients allergic to cholecalciferol, patients with increased calcium levels in the blood, or patients with calcium in the urine. Patients with kidney stones or severe kidney problems should also avoid its use.

What happens if I take too much Level-D3 Softgel Capsule?

Taking too much Level-D3 Softgel Capsule for an extended period may increase calcium levels in the blood (hypercalcemia). This may cause weakness, fatigue, vomiting, diarrhea, sluggishness, kidney stones, increased blood pressure, and growth retardation in children.

How much vitamin D should I take daily?

The daily requirement of vitamin D is 4000 IU/day. Since your diet may not meet this requirement, you may need 1000 - 3000 IU/day of vitamin D supplements. Level-D3 Softgel Capsule is a form of vitamin D used as a supplement in patients with vitamin D deficiency.

What happens if vitamin D is low?

Low vitamin D levels may cause rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults. Vitamin D deficiency may also increase the risk of diabetes mellitus 1, high blood pressure, depression, some cancers, and osteoporosis.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Vitamin D Derivative [cholecalciferol]

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS

Action Class

Vitamins

Related lab tests

Calcium

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Marketer details

Name: Friska Nutraceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: No. 001, Ground Floor, A Wing, Chandrika Complex, Kalher, Bhiwandi, Thane – 421302

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Level-D3 Softgel Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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