Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc
About
Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc belongs to the class of 'nutritional supplements,' primarily used in arthritis (inflammation of the joints) and osteoporosis to maintain bone and joint health. Osteoporosis is a bone disease that makes the bones weak and brittle by decreasing bone density. Symptoms include backache, easily breaking bones, and hunched or stooped posture.
Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc is a combination of Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3), Elemental Magnesium, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), and Zinc. Cholecalciferol helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralisation of bone. It is used to treat and prevent bone disorders, such as rickets and osteomalacia. Magnesium is a mineral that maintains the normal functioning of muscles and nerves. Tocopherol is an antioxidant that protects the cells from free radical damage. It helps prevent Vitamin E deficiency and improves immune function. Zinc is a mineral that promotes the growth and development of body tissues.
Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc is likely safe to consume. In some cases, it may cause side effects like stomach upset, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, weakness, and headache. These side effects are not common to everyone and usually do not require medical attention. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
Let your doctor know if you use any other medications, including vitamins, before starting Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc. Please tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney diseases, hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food) before starting Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc. It is advised to limit alcohol intake to get the maximum benefits of Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc. Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc is safe to use in children when advised by the doctor.
Uses of Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc
Medicinal Benefits
Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc supports bone and joint health. It is composed of Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3), Elemental Magnesium, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), and Zinc. Cholecalciferol helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralisation of bone. It also reduces inflammation and promotes neuromuscular and immune functions. Magnesium is a mineral that maintains the normal functioning of muscles and nerves. Tocopherol is an antioxidant that protects the cells from free radical damage. It helps prevent Vitamin E deficiency and improves immune function. Zinc is a mineral that promotes the growth and development of body tissues. It is essential for vision, fighting against rhinoviruses (that cause the common cold), immune function, bone metabolism, taste, wound healing, insulin production, blood clotting, and thyroid function.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc
- Stomach upset
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fatigue
- Weakness
- Headache
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc or its inactive components. Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart/kidney/liver diseases before starting Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc. Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc is not recommended if you have hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc. It is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc. Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc is safe to use in children when advised by the doctor. Do not store Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc above 25°C.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc may interact with antibiotics (minocycline, tetracycline, demeclocycline, ciprofloxacin, norfloxacin, amikacin, gentamicin), water pills (amiloride), osteoporosis medicines (alendronate), immunosuppressants (cyclosporine), anticancer drugs (cisplatin), antirheumatics (penicillamine), anticoagulants (warfarin, clopidogrel), and cholesterol-lowering drugs (atorvastatin, fluvastatin).
Drug-Food Interaction: It is advised to limit alcohol intake while using Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc should be used with caution in hypercalcemia, hypervitaminosis D, malabsorption syndrome, Vitamin D toxicity, heart, liver or kidney diseases. Please seek medical advice if you have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc to avail the maximum benefits of the medicine.
Pregnancy
cautionDuring pregnancy, use this medicine only when advised by your doctor. Also, inform your doctor if you are planning to conceive before starting Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc
Breast Feeding
cautionIf you are a breastfeeding mother, please use this medicine only when advised by your doctor. Please consult your doctor for more information.
Driving
not applicableNo interactions were found or established.
Liver
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc. Hepatic impairment/liver disease can alter the metabolic and therapeutic activity of certain Vitamin D forms.
Kidney
cautionIt is advised to seek doctor advice before starting Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc if you have any kidney diseases.
Children
consult your doctorThe doctor will decide the dosage of Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc based on the child's age and weight.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Follow a well-balanced diet.
- Include dairy products like milk, yoghurt, cheese or milk-based custard in your diet.
- Eat daily a serving of broccoli, cabbage, bok choy, spinach and other green leafy vegetables.
- Include zinc-rich sources like meat, shellfish, legumes, hemp seeds, nuts, eggs, dairy products, whole grains, potatoes, kale, and dark chocolate in your diet.
- Include the best dietary sources of vitamin D, such as fish liver oils and vitamin D–fortified milk.
- Vitamin C foods like orange juice, broccoli, strawberries, melons, and bell peppers enhance iron absorption into the body.
Special Advise
Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc may interfere with specific lab tests like cholesterol tests. Hence, please let your doctor and the laboratory staff know that your use Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc before undergoing any medical examinations.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Arthritis: It is the inflammation of joints leading to joint pains and damage. Symptoms include pain, difficulty moving, stiffness, and swelling.
Osteoporosis: It is a bone disease that makes the bones weak and brittle by decreasing bone density. It is a silent disease since it is not revealed until a bone is broken easily or fractured. Osteoporosis can be triggered by many factors like age, sex, low calcium diet, hormonal changes, and medical conditions like gastrointestinal diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, certain types of cancer, and HIV/AIDS. Symptoms include backache, easily breaking bones, and hunched or stooped posture. Thinning of bones can be prevented by treating with medications, calcium supplements, a calcium-rich diet, and lifestyle changes.
FAQs
Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc is a dietary supplement that strengthens bones and joints and treats nutritional deficiencies. It consists of Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3), Elemental Magnesium, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), and Zinc. When you lack these vitamins and minerals in your body, which cannot be recovered even with the food sources, Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc helps normalise these deficient levels.
Zinc deficiency is caused when you don't have enough zinc levels in your body. You can include natural zinc sources like meat, shellfish, legumes, hemp seeds, nuts, eggs, dairy products, whole grains, potatoes, kale, and dark chocolate in your diet for treating zinc deficiency. If you still have low levels of zinc, please consult your doctor for zinc supplements.
It is important to tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney diseases, hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome. Please inform your doctor if you have any other medical concerns before commencing treatment with Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc.
Zinc in Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc may decrease the absorption of antibiotics, thereby reducing their effectiveness. It is advised to maintain at least an hour gap between Cholecalciferol+elemental Magnesium+tocopherol+zinc and other antibiotics.
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.
