Description
Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet belongs to the class of ‘Vitamins’, primarily used to treat low blood calcium levels. Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet effectively treats various conditions in the body like 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 lack of calcium). Vitamin D deficiency occurs when your body has low Vitamin D levels and is caused due to inadequate nutrition, intestinal malabsorption or lack of sunlight exposure.
Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet contains ‘Cholecalciferol’ a form of vitamin-D. It acts by promoting the absorption of calcium, phosphates and Vitamin A from different organs and helps in maintaining overall health.
Take Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet as advised. Your physician will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet is likely safe to consume. In some cases, it may cause side effects like constipation, increased blood calcium levels, increased calcium levels in urine, vomiting, nausea. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist, please consult your physician immediately.
Tell your physician if you are allergic to Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet. Chewable or dissolving tablets may contain sugar or aspartame, hence caution should be taken in diabetes and phenylketonuria (increased levels of an amino acid called phenylalanine). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their physician before taking Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet. Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet passes into the breast milk, hence breastfeeding mothers need to seek medical advice before starting Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet. Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet is safe to use in children when recommended by the pediatrician. Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet should be used with caution in hypercalcemia, renal impairment, heart diseases, kidney stones and hypervitaminosis D (having too much vitamin D).
Uses of Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet
Osteoporosis, Osteomalacia (Rickets), Vitamin D deficiency, Hypoparathyroidism and Latent tetany
Medicinal Benefits
Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet 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. Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet contains Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3). Cholecalciferol is a steroid hormone produced in the skin when exposed to ultraviolet light or obtained from food sources. It is a provitamin that is converted into vitamin after intake. It helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralization of bone. Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet is also used in the treatment of familial hypophosphatemia (a group of rare inherited disorders characterized by impaired kidney conservation of phosphate and in some cases, altered vitamin D metabolism).
Directions for Use
Tablet/Capsule/Extended-release tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by the physician. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Chewable tablet: Chew the tablet completely and swallow. Do not swallow it as a whole.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the recommended dose by mouth using the measuring cup provided by the pack.Oral drops: Shake the bottle well before use. Give the suggested dose to your child by mouth using dropper provided by the pack.Granules: Check the label for directions before use. Mix the granules in water, stir well and drink immediately.Orally disintegrating strip: Place one strip on the top of your tongue and allow it to disintegrate. Swallow the dissolved medicine. Do not swallow or chew the strip. Avoid handling the strip with wet hands.
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Warning and Precautions
Drug Warnings
Tell your physician if you are allergic to Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet. Chewable or dissolving tablets may contain sugar or aspartame, hence caution should be taken in diabetes and phenylketonuria (increased levels of an amino acid called phenylalanine). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their physician before taking Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet. Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet passes into the breast milk, hence breastfeeding mothers need to seek medical advice before starting Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet. Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet is safe to use in children when advised by the doctor. Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet should be used with caution in hypercalcemia, hyperparathyroidism, renal impairment, electrolyte imbalance, heart diseases, kidney stones and hypervitaminosis D (having too much vitamin D).
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet may interact with drugs treating high cholesterol levels (cholestyramine), anti-epileptic (carbamazepine, phenobarbital), antibiotics (doxycycline, neomycin, and chloramphenicol), drugs treating bone loss (alendronate), thyroid hormone (levothyroxine), diuretics (hydrochlorothiazide) and heart-related medicines (digoxin).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid or reduce the intake of caffeine, soft drinks and alcohol that inhibit calcium absorption.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet is contraindicated in hypercalcemia, hyperparathyroidism, hypervitaminosis D, malabsorption syndrome, Vitamin D toxicity, heart/kidney/liver/blood vessel diseases, kidney stones, diabetes and phenylketonuria.
- Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption, hence it is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet.
- During pregnancy, use higher doses of Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet than the daily dietary allowance only when advised by the doctor. Your physician will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet.
- Consult your physician before taking Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet if you are breastfeeding. Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet can pass into the breast milk. If Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet is used during breastfeeding, please monitor the mother and the infant’s serum calcium levels.
- If you experience any dizziness while using Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet, do not drive or operate machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any dizziness.
- Let your physician know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet. Hepatic impairment/liver disease can alter the metabolic and therapeutic activity of certain Vitamin D forms.
- It is advised to seek physician advice before starting Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet if you have kidney diseases like kidney stones or undergoing dialysis. Caution should be taken in patients undergoing dialysis to maintain adequate phosphorus levels and avoid ectopic calcification (calcium deposition).
- The physician will suggest the dosage of Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet based on the child’s age and weight.
FAQ
How does Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet work?
Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet contains ‘Cholecalciferol’ is a form of vitamin-D. Cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) supplement acts by promoting the absorption of calcium, phosphates and Vitamin A from different organs and helps in maintaining overall health.
What are the common side effects of Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet?
Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet may cause common side effects like constipation, increased blood calcium levels, increased calcium levels in urine, vomiting, nausea. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist, please consult your doctor immediately.
In which conditions should I avoid taking Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet?
Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet should be used with caution in conditions like hypercalcemia, liver problems, kidney problems, heart problems, hypervitaminosis, kidney stones, phenylketonuria and diabetes.
Can i take Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet if I suffer from hypercalcaemia (high levels of calcium in the blood)?
Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet is used to increase low levels of calcium in the body. Hence it is not advised to use Desvit 60k Chewable Tablet during hypercalcemia, since it causes the overdose of calcium leading to kidney stones and other effects.
What happens if I miss a dose?
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.
