Description

✅ Uses & Benefits

Cipla’s Vitamin D₃ Drops are used primarily for:

• Prevention and treatment of Vitamin D deficiency, especially in infants, children, and adults with inadequate sun exposure or poor dietary intake EG Medi+13PharmEasy+13ShopHealthy.in+13.

• Support for bone, joint and muscle health, enhancing absorption of calcium and phosphorus needed for bone mineralisation and muscle function 1mg+31mg+3PharmEasy+3.

• Adjunctive therapy for conditions like rickets, osteomalacia, osteoporosis, hypoparathyroidism, or general bone disorders suggesting insufficient Vitamin D levels TrueMeds+1MedicinesFAQ+1.

• Immune regulation and neuromuscular support, given Vitamin D’s broader roles in reducing inflammation, supporting immune cells, and aiding muscle coordination Drugs.com+11mg+1.

Mechanism of action: Cholecalciferol is converted in the liver and kidneys into active Vitamin D, which promotes intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphate and helps maintain bone density MedicinesFAQPharmEasy.

⚠️ Side Effects & Precautions

Though generally safe at prescribed doses, overdosing or long-term use may lead to:

Common or mild:

• Constipation, metallic taste, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain; gastrointestinal upset Practo+1Practo+1.

• Confusion, fatigue, weakness mentally or physically in rare cases PractoPracto.

• Skin rash, itching, hives (urticaria) or allergic symptoms occasionally Drugs.com.

Serious but rare:

• Hypercalcemia (elevated blood calcium), which can cause nausea, vomiting, kidney stones, arrhythmias, arterial calcification, renal failure, or even death if untreated 1mgDrugs.com.

• Hypercalciuria (elevated urinary calcium) and nephrocalcinosis in severe overdose Drugs.comPracto.

• Hypersensitivity reactions like angioedema or chest tightness are extremely rare Drugs.com.

⚠️ Contraindications & warnings:

• Not to be used in people with hypervitaminosis D, hypercalcemia, kidney stones, severe kidney disease, or malabsorption conditions without medical supervision Netmeds+1Apollo Pharmacy+1.

• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult healthcare providers before use, as safety data is limited TrueMeds.

• Potential drug interactions (e.g., with digoxin, thiazides, corticosteroids) — always inform your doctor about current medications PractoPharmEasy.

🧾 Summary

Cipla Vitamin D₃ Drops deliver cholecalciferol (Vitamin D₃) to treat or prevent deficiency, support bone and muscle health, and aid immune function. When used as prescribed, it’s generally safe. However, excessive intake can lead to serious complications like hypercalcemia and kidney issues. Mild gastrointestinal symptoms or rare allergic reactions are more common.

Always use under medical supervision. Dosage and duration should be guided by blood tests and a healthcare provider’s advice — especially in infants, children, pregnant or lactating women, the elderly, or those with kidney or metabolic conditions.