{"product_id":"opt-d-capsules-25-000iu","title":"Opt-D Capsules 25,000iu","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedicine Name: Opt-D Capsules 25,000Iu\u003cbr\u003eOpt-D Capsules Specification\u003cbr\u003eRequires Prescription (YES\/NO)\u003cbr\u003eYes\u003cbr\u003eGenerics\u003cbr\u003eCholecalciferol\u003cbr\u003eUsed For\u003cbr\u003eVitamin D Supplement\u003cbr\u003eHow It Works\u003cbr\u003eCholecalciferol (vitamin D3) is synthesized in the skin under UV exposure and metabolized in\u003cbr\u003ethe liver and kidneys to form the active metabolite 1,25-dihydroxy-cholecalciferol. This active\u003cbr\u003eform is key in regulating calcium and phosphate balance alongside parathyroid hormone and\u003cbr\u003ecalcitonin.\u003cbr\u003eUsage and Safety\u003cbr\u003eDosage\u003cbr\u003eCholecalciferol (as prescribed)\u003cbr\u003eSide Effects\u003cbr\u003e Acute: Arrhythmias, nausea, vomiting, mental symptoms, impaired consciousness\u003cbr\u003e Chronic: Increased urination and thirst, weight loss, kidney stones, nephrocalcinosis,\u003cbr\u003eabnormal calcium deposits outside bones\u003cbr\u003eDrug Interactions\u003cbr\u003e Thiazide diuretics\u003cbr\u003e Phenytoin or barbiturates\u003cbr\u003e Glucocorticoids\u003cbr\u003e Digoxin\u003cbr\u003e Magnesium-containing antacids\u003cbr\u003e Cholestyramine, colestipol\u003cbr\u003e Mineral oil\u003cbr\u003eIndications\u003cbr\u003e1. Dietary supplement for preventing Vitamin D deficiency in adults and children.\u003cbr\u003e2. Prevention in high-risk groups with malabsorption, chronic diseases, metabolic disorders,\u003cbr\u003eor drug-induced deficiency.\u003cbr\u003e3. Treatment of vitamin D deficiency disorders like rickets, osteomalacia, and osteoporosis.\u003cbr\u003eNote: Calcium supplementation should accompany Vitamin D treatment.\u003cbr\u003eWhen Not to Use (Contraindications)\u003cbr\u003e Hypersensitivity to cholecalciferol or any ingredients\u003cbr\u003e Hypercalcemia or hypercalciuria\u003cbr\u003e Patients prone to calcium kidney stones\u003cbr\u003e Pseudohypoparathyroidism\u003cbr\u003ePrecautions\u003cbr\u003e Adjust dosage when combined with other vitamin D or calcium supplements.\u003cbr\u003e Regular monitoring of serum and urine calcium levels is essential when combined\u003cbr\u003esupplementation is used.\u003cbr\u003eWarnings\u003cbr\u003e1. Use cautiously in patients with impaired renal calcium\/phosphate excretion.\u003cbr\u003e2. Reduce dosage or discontinue if hypercalcemia or kidney function decline occurs.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use cautiously in sarcoidosis patients due to risk of increased active vitamin D\u003cbr\u003emetabolites.\u003cbr\u003eAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003ePregnancy Category: Always consult your physician before use.\u003cbr\u003eStorage (YES\/NO)\u003cbr\u003eYes — Store at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wellness Hospital","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53310176592203,"sku":null,"price":290.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/5711\/6491\/files\/images_5.jpg?v=1756965255","url":"https:\/\/wellnesspharmacy.pk\/products\/opt-d-capsules-25-000iu","provider":"The Wellness Hospital","version":"1.0","type":"link"}