What is Ergocalciferol?

Q: How long does it take for Ergocalciferol to work?

The first dose takes about 28 to 30 hours to melt. Ergocalciferol will only be effective if you consume enough calcium throughout your diet. If you ingest too much calcium through your diet, ergocalciferol can cause serious side effects.

Q: What are the side effects of Ergocalciferol?

Some of the common and major side effects of Ergocalciferol include pale skin, tiredness, loss of appetite, and general fatigue.

Ergocalciferol capsules are a calcium regulator that can be taken orally. The medication is a colourless, white crystal that is water-insoluble, soluble in organic solvents, and slightly soluble in vegetable oils. This is affected by air and light.

Ergocalciferol is a vitamin D2 that helps the body absorb calcium. The medication is used to treat hypoparathyroidism, rickets, and low phosphate levels in the blood.

Ergocalciferol Uses

The medication is used for the treatment of hypoparathyroidism, refractory tickets and familial hypophosphatemia.

Vitamin D Analog:

Ergocalciferol is a vitamin D analogue that helps the body use calcium from foods or supplements.

Fat-Soluble Vitamin:

It helps the body take in calcium and phosphorus, essential for healthy bones.

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Bone Health:

Essential for creating and maintaining healthy bones.
Treats and prevents bone problems like rickets and soft bones.

Kidney Disease:

Helps maintain normal calcium levels and bone growth in kidney disease patients.

Breast-Fed Infants:

Given to breastfed infants as drops or supplements because breast milk is usually low in vitamin D.

Side Effects

Some of the common & major side effects of Ergocalciferol are:

Pale skin
Tiredness
Feeling tired
Loss of appetite
Nausea & Vomiting
Constipation
Drowsiness
Muscles aches
Stiffness
Weakness
Chest pain
Feeling shortness of breath
Growth problems

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Ergocalciferol can cause some severe side effects and can lead to some serious health problems. Talk with your doctor if you are having any serious issues.

Precautions

Before taking Ergocalciferol talk with your doctor if you are allergic to it or any other medications related to it.

Allergic Reactions:

The medication might have inactive ingredients that could cause allergic reactions or other issues.

Discuss Medical History:

Inform your doctor if you have a history of:

High calcium levels.
Difficulty absorbing nutrients from food.
Kidney disease.
Liver disease.

How to Use Ergocalciferol?

Calcium Intake is Crucial:

Ergocalciferol works effectively only if you have sufficient calcium in your diet.

Avoid Excess Calcium:

Consuming too much calcium with Ergocalciferol can lead to serious side effects.

Dietary Calcium is Essential:

Ergocalciferol won't be beneficial if your calcium intake is insufficient.

Doctor's Advice on Calcium:

Your doctor will guide you on foods rich in calcium and how much to eat daily.

Communicate Dietary Issues:

Inform your doctor if you struggle to eat enough calcium-rich foods.

Possible Supplements:

Your doctor may suggest a calcium supplement if dietary intake is inadequate.

Proper Medication Timing:

Take Ergocalciferol after a meal for the best results.

Measure Liquid Dosage Accurately:

Use the provided dosing syringe to measure the liquid form of the medication precisely.

Missed Dose

As soon as you remember, take the missing dose. If it's time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the daily dosing schedule. To make up for a missed dose, do not take a double dose.

Overdose

Vitamin D overdose can have severe or life-threatening consequences. Nausea, lack of appetite, thirst, urinating more or less than usual, body aches, weakness, confusion, or erratic heartbeats are all potential opioid signs.

Interactions

Certain drugs can inhibit your body's ability to absorb vitamin D. If you take any other medicines, wait at least 2 hours before or after taking ergocalciferol to take them.

Tell your doctor about all other medications you're taking, especially diuretics, also known as a "water pill" or mineral oil. Also, other drugs can affect this medication, including prescriptions and non-prescription medicines, vitamins and herbal products.

Warnings for Serious Health Conditions

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding:

The medication should be used only when the benefits outweigh the risk to the fetus. Also, avoid using Vitamin D in excess of the recommended dietary allowance.

Expected mothers need to ensure they are getting reasonable amounts of vitamin D during pregnancy, as this will help the baby develop healthily.

The medication can pass into the breast milk and can cause some severe side effects to the infants. So, before taking this drug, talk with your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Storage

Direct contact with heat, air and light may damage your medicines. Exposure to medicine may cause some harmful effects. The medicine must be kept in a safe place and out of children's reach.

Mainly, the drug should be kept at room temperature between 68ºF and 77ºF (20ºC and 25ºC).

Ergocalciferol vs Calcitriol

Ergocalciferol	Calcitriol
Ergocalciferol capsules is a calcium regulator that can be taken orally. The medication is a colourless, white crystal that is water-insoluble, soluble in organic solvents, and slightly soluble in vegetable oils.	Calcitriol is a vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) active form that is synthesised. It is used to treat and avoid low calcium levels in the blood in patients with kidney failure.
Ergocalciferol is a class of medication called vitamin D analogs. This works by helping the body to use more calcium in foods or supplements.	Calcitriol is used to treat patients with kidney disease who are unable to produce a sufficient active form of Vitamin D.
Some of the common & major side effects of Ergocalciferol are: Pale skin Tiredness Feeling tired Loss of appetite	Some of the common and serious side effects of Calcitriol are: Weakness Headache Upset stomach Dry mouth

Citations

Ergocalciferol and Cholecalciferol in CKD

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the use of Ergocalciferol?

Is Ergocalciferol the same as vitamin D?

Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that aids calcium and phosphorus absorption in the body. It's important to get enough vitamin D, calcium, and phosphorus to create and maintain healthy bones.

How long does it take for Ergocalciferol to work?

The first dose took about 28 to 30 hours to make itself melt. Ergocalciferol will only be effective if you consume enough calcium throughout your diet. If you ingest too much calcium through your diet, ergocalciferol can cause serious side effects.

What are the side effects of Ergocalciferol?

Some of the common & major side effects of Ergocalciferol are:

Pale skin
Tiredness
Feeling tired
Loss of appetite

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