D3 (Cholecalciferol) Injection

Vitamin D3 injections are indicated for:

• Treatment and prevention of Vitamin D deficiency or insufficiency
• Management of rickets and osteomalacia
• Support in hypocalcemia due to Vitamin D deficiency
• In patients who cannot take oral Vitamin D or have malabsorption disorders

Adults:

• Typical dose: 6000–60,000 IU intramuscularly (IM) or subcutaneously (SC), frequency as prescribed by physician

Children:

• Dose varies based on age and severity of deficiency (usually 600–2000 IU/kg over a period, as prescribed)

Administration Notes:

• Administer deep IM injection or subcutaneous injection as recommended
• Follow physician instructions regarding frequency and dose
• Avoid self-administration without guidance

• Vitamin D3 is converted in the liver to 25-hydroxycholecalciferol and then in the kidney to 1,25-dihydroxycholecalciferol (calcitriol)
• Promotes intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphate
• Supports bone mineralization and skeletal health
• Regulates serum calcium and phosphate levels

• Known hypersensitivity to cholecalciferol or any component of the injection
• Hypercalcemia or hypervitaminosis D
• Severe renal impairment with hypercalcemia
• Patients with sarcoidosis or other granulomatous diseases causing hypercalcemia

• Monitor serum calcium and phosphate levels during therapy
• Use with caution in renal or hepatic impairment
• Avoid excessive sunlight or other vitamin D supplements during therapy to prevent toxicity
• Inform your doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding

Common:

• Pain or swelling at injection site
• Mild nausea or constipation

Rare but serious:

• Hypercalcemia: fatigue, confusion, muscle weakness, excessive thirst or urination
• Allergic reactions: rash, itching, swelling, difficulty breathing

Handling Side Effects:

• Mild injection site discomfort: apply cold compress or rotate injection sites
• Signs of hypercalcemia: notify healthcare provider immediately

• Store at 2–8°C (refrigerated)
• Protect from light
• Keep out of reach of children

Prescription-only medication. Vitamin D3 injection should be used under medical supervision only. The information provided here is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Improper use may lead to hypervitaminosis D, hypercalcemia, or serious adverse effects. Always follow the prescribed dose.