Dr. D3 Injection

About this Medicine

Dr. D3 Injection helps your body absorb calcium, which is important for maintaining strong bones. This medicine is used if your diet does not provide enough vitamin D and may be used to treat certain bone conditions such as thinning of the bones (osteoporosis). Dr. D3 Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. You should take it regularly to get the most benefit from it. If you are using it to treat osteoporosis, you will also be prescribed other medicines. This medicine may be only part of a complete treatment program that includes changing your diet and taking calcium and vitamin supplements. Learn the foods you should eat to get enough calcium and vitamin D.If taken in the correct dose and duration, it is well tolerated and does not usually cause side effects. However, overdosage of Dr. D3 Injection can cause symptoms such as weakness, muscle pain, or a metallic taste in your mouth. Let your doctor know if you experience any side effects or other symptoms after the injection. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce or treat the side effects.Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have high calcium levels in your blood or if you have any preexisting medical conditions. Some other medicines can decrease the absorption of vitamin D3, so let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. While using Dr. D3 Injection, you may need extra blood tests and possibly X-rays.

How it Works

Dr. D3 Injection is a form of vitamin D. It raises vitamin D levels in your blood. This, in turn, increases calcium levels in your blood by helping you absorb more calcium from food.

Key Facts

Chemical Class :: Vitamin D Derivative [cholecalciferol]|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS|Action Class :: Vitamins

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