D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet is used to treat Osteoporosis, Osteomalacia (Rickets), Vitamin D deficiency, Hypoparathyroidism, and Latent tetany. The detailed uses of D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet are as follows:<ul><li>Osteoporosis: D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet maintains bone density by reducing fracture risk.</li><li>Osteomalacia (Rickets): D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet treats bone softening due to vitamin D deficiency.</li><li>Vitamin D deficiency: D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet helps to replenish vitamin D levels for bone health.</li><li>Hypoparathyroidism: D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet manages calcium levels with underactive parathyroid glands.</li><li>Latent tetany: D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet relieves muscle cramps and spasms from low calcium levels.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet is used to treat low blood calcium levels. It effectively treats various conditions in the body like Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis, hypoparathyroidism, latent tetany and rickets or osteomalacia.
D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet contains cholecalciferol (vitamin D3). Cholecalciferol is a steroid hormone produced in the skin when exposed to ultraviolet light or obtained from food sources.
D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet is a provitamin that is converted into a vitamin after intake. It helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralisation of bone.
D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet is also used in treating familial hypophosphatemia (a group of rare inherited disorders characterised by low phosphate levels resulting in deformities of the bones and teeth).

FAQs

What is the use of D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet?

D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet is used to treat low blood calcium levels. D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet effectively treats various conditions in the body, such as Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), hypoparathyroidism (parathyroid glands make low levels of calcium in the body), latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels), and rickets or osteomalacia (softening or deforming of bones due to a lack of calcium).

How does D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet work?

D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet contains Cholecalciferol, a form of vitamin D. Cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) is a supplement that promotes the absorption of calcium, phosphorus and Vitamin A from different organs and helps maintain overall health.

What are the common side effects of D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet?

D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet may cause common side effects, such as constipation, increased blood calcium levels, increased calcium levels in urine, vomiting, and nausea. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist, please consult your doctor immediately.

In which conditions should I avoid taking D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet?

D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet should be used with caution in conditions like hypercalcemia, liver problems, kidney problems, heart problems, hypervitaminosis, kidney stones, phenylketonuria and diabetes.

Can I take D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet if I suffer from hypercalcaemia (high levels of calcium in the blood)?

D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet is used to increase low calcium levels in the body. Hence, it is not advised to use D3 Total Chewable Orange Tablet during hypercalcemia since it causes an overdose of calcium, leading to kidney stones and other effects.

What happens if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosage.