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Overview of Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml

Synonym :

VITAMIN D3

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sanofi India Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml

Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml is a vitamin supplement primarily used to treat vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D deficiency occurs when your body has low Vitamin D levels and is caused by inadequate nutrition, intestinal malabsorption, or lack of sunlight exposure. It effectively treats various conditions, including low calcium levels, osteoporosis (weak bones), latent tetany (a muscle disease characterized by low blood calcium levels), and rickets or osteomalacia (softening of bones due to low calcium levels).

Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml contains Cholecalciferol, a form of vitamin D. It promotes the absorption of calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin A from different organs and helps maintain overall health.

Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml is likely safe to consume. In rare cases, it may cause side effects such as constipation, increased blood calcium levels, elevated calcium levels in urine, vomiting, and nausea. These side effects typically do not require medical attention and usually resolve gradually over time. If these side effects persist, please consult your physician immediately.

Take Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml as advised. Your physician will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. You can take Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml with or without food. It is advised not to take more than the recommended dose of Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml. Do not touch the medicine with wet hands.

Inform your physician if you are allergic to Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml. This medicine may contain sugar or aspartame. Hence, caution should be taken in diabetes and phenylketonuria (increased levels of an amino acid called phenylalanine). Let your doctor know if you have any liver/kidney disease, heart disease, kidney stones and hypervitaminosis D (having too much vitamin D) or are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml. Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml is safe to use in children when recommended by the paediatrician.

Uses of Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml

Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml is used to treat Osteoporosis, Osteomalacia (Rickets), Vitamin D deficiency, Hypoparathyroidism, and Latent tetany. The detailed uses of Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml are as follows:
• Osteoporosis: Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml maintains bone density by reducing fracture risk.
• Osteomalacia (Rickets): Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml treats bone softening due to vitamin D deficiency.
• Vitamin D deficiency: Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml helps to replenish vitamin D levels for bone health.
• Hypoparathyroidism: Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml manages calcium levels with underactive parathyroid glands.
• Latent tetany: Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml relieves muscle cramps and spasms from low calcium levels.

Directions for Use

• Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml can be taken with or without food. However, it is best to take it after meals, especially with high-fat foods, for better absorption. • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication. • Place the tablet on the tongue and allow it to dissolve without chewing. • Do not crush, break, or swallow Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml as a whole. • Do not handle the tablet with wet hands.

Key Benefits

  • Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml 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.
  • Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml contains cholecalciferol (vitamin D3). Cholecalciferol is a steroid hormone produced in the skin when exposed to ultraviolet light or obtained from food sources.
  • Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml is a provitamin that is converted into a vitamin after intake. It helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralization of bone.
  • Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml is also used in treating familial hypophosphatemia (a group of rare inherited disorders characterized by low phosphate levels resulting in deformities of the bones and teeth).

How Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml Works

Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml contains Cholecalciferol, a form of vitamin D. It promotes the absorption of calcium, phosphates, and Vitamin A from different organs and helps maintain overall health.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml

Do not take more than the suggested dose of Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml. Excess Vitamin D may raise your risk of hypercalcemia, a buildup of calcium in the blood that can lead to weakness, frequent urination, nausea, and vomiting. Toxic vitamin D levels may also lead to renal issues, including calcium stones and bone discomfort.

Drug Warnings

Tell your physician if you are allergic to Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml. It may contain sugar or aspartame. Hence, caution should be taken in diabetes and phenylketonuria (increased levels of an amino acid called phenylalanine). Inform your doctor if you have any history of hypercalcemia, hyperparathyroidism, kidney disease, liver disease, electrolyte imbalance, heart disease, kidney stones and hypervitaminosis D (having too much vitamin D) before taking Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their physician before taking Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml. Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml is safe to use in children above 2 years of age only at the recommended dose. Your paediatrician will decide the dose of the medicine based on your child's age and body weight.

Store Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml at room temperature. You are advised not to touch the medicine with wet hands. Keep the medicine out of reach of children. Do not take more than the recommended dose of medicine, as too much of vitamin D intake can lead to hypercalcemia (increased calcium levels in the body). It is always important to check for the expiry of the medicine. Discard the medicine if it reaches the expiry date.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ColecalciferolParicalcitol
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ColecalciferolParicalcitol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml:
The combined use of cholecalciferol and paricalcitol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml and paricalcitol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml:
Co-administration of Cholecalciferol and Calcitriol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml and calcitriol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolErgocalciferol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml:
The combined use of cholecalciferol and ergocalciferol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml and ergocalciferol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolCalcifediol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml:
The combined use of calcifediol with cholecalciferol can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml and calcifediol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolDihydrotachysterol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml:
Cholecalciferol and dihydrotachysterol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml and dihydrotachysterol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml:
Cholecalciferol and doxercalciferol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml and doxercalciferol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - make sure to call a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolAluminium hydroxide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml:
The combined use of aluminum hydroxide with Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml may increase the risk of toxicity.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml with Aluminium hydroxide can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you're having any of these symptoms like bone pain, muscle weakness, anemia, seizures, or dementia, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml:
Taking Cholecalciferol together with Sucralfate may increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Cholecalciferol and Sucralfate, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include dairy products like milk, yoghurt, cheese or milk-based custard in your diet.
  • Eat a serving of broccoli, cabbage, spinach, and other green leafy vegetables daily.
  • Include the best dietary sources of vitamin D, such as fish liver oils and vitamin D–fortified milk.
  • Snack on calcium-rich nuts like Brazil nuts or almonds. 
  • Sprinkle sesame seeds over your food, vegetables and salads. Sesame seeds are high in calcium.
  • Avoid or reduce the intake of caffeine, soft drinks and alcohol that inhibit calcium absorption.
  • Replace the meat with tofu or tempeh for extra calcium in your food.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

VITAMIN D ANALOGS
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Alcohol

Caution

Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; hence, it is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Use higher doses of Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml during pregnancy than the daily dietary allowance only when the doctor advises. Your physician will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Consult your physician before taking Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml if you are breastfeeding. Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml can pass into the breast milk. If Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml is used during breastfeeding, please monitor the mother and the infant's serum calcium levels.

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Driving

Consult your doctor

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness while using Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml. Please consult your doctor if you experience any dizziness.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Before taking Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml, let your physician know if you have any history of liver disease. Hepatic impairment/liver disease can alter certain Vitamin D forms' metabolic and therapeutic activity.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

It is advised to seek physician advice before starting Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml if you have kidney diseases like kidney stones or undergoing dialysis. Caution should be taken in dialysis patients to maintain adequate phosphorus levels and avoid ectopic calcification (calcium deposition).

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Children

Caution

The physician will suggest the dosage of Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml based on the child's age and weight.

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FAQs

Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml is used to treat low blood calcium levels. Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml 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).

Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml contains Cholecalciferol, a form of vitamin D. Cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) is a supplement that promotes the absorption of calcium, phosphates and Vitamin A from different organs and helps maintain overall health.

Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml 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.

Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml should be used with caution in conditions like hypercalcemia, liver problems, kidney problems, heart problems, hypervitaminosis, kidney stones, phenylketonuria and diabetes.

Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml is used to increase low calcium levels in the body. Hence, it is not advised to use Depura 60K Sugar Free Oral Solution 5 ml during hypercalcemia since it causes an overdose of calcium, leading to kidney stones and other effects.

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.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

CT Survey No.117-B, L&T Business Park, Saki Vihar Road, Powai, Mumbai 400072.
Other Info - DEP0174

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