6 X Valupak Vitamin D 1000Iu

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An alternative unlicensed product is available for those with nut allergies - named patient use only. Cost in primary care may differ significantly. A supporting prescribing guideline may be requested which must have been agreed by the relevant secondary care trust DTCs and approved by the Nottinghamshire APC.

Valupak Vitamin D 3 is suitable for vegetarians but is not suitable for vegans since D 3 contains lanolin. Who Should Get Medical Advice Before Using Valupak Vitamin D 3? Treatment of vitamin D deficiency: 1-4 capsules (1 000- 4 000 IU) daily for 10 weeks dependent upon the severity of the disease and the patient's response to treatment, followed by maintenance therapy of 1-2 capsules (1 000- 2 000 IU) daily, as directed by your doctor. Prior agreement must be obtained by the specialist from the primary care provider before prescribing responsibility is transferred. The shared care protocol must have been agreed by the relevant secondary care trust Drugs and Therapeutics Committee(s) (DTC) and approved by the Nottinghamshire APC. The active ingredient colecalciferol is identical to the Colecalciferol that is found in the human body. It is found in the diet and is also produced in the skin after exposure to the sun.

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Grey / Non-Formulary (no formal assessment): APC has not formally reviewed this medicine or indication because it had never been requested for formulary inclusion. Often used for drugs new to market. This food supplement should not be used as a substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle.

Grey / Non-Formulary (undergoing assessment): Work is ongoing and will be reviewed at a future APC meeting.Acute or chronic overdose of Colecalciferol can cause hypercalcaemia, an increase in the serum and urinary concentrations of calcium. The symptoms of hypercalcaemia are not very specific and consist of nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea often in the early stages and later constipation, anorexia, fatigue, headache, muscle and joint pain, muscle weakness, polydipsia, polyuria formation of renal calculi, nephrocalcinosis, kidney failure, calcification of soft tissues, changes in ECG measurements, arrhythmias and pancreatitis. In rare and isolated cases there are reports that hypercalcaemia is fatal. Tablets may be crushed and dispersed in water if needed. Liquid can be made specially if required. See here for general advice on dispersing tablets.

Simultaneous administration of benzothiadiazine derivatives (thiazide diuretics) increases the risk of hypercalcaemia because they decrease the calcium excretion in the urine. The calcium levels in plasma and urine should therefore be monitored for patients undergoing long-term treatment.The supporting prescribing guideline must have been agreed by the relevant secondary care trust D&TC(s) and approved by the Nottinghamshire APC. Liquid : Fultium-D3 ® Drops 2740 units/ml. 25ml bottle. 12 drops contain 800 units. Pro D3 ® 2000 units/ ml drops may be supplied as an alternative to Fultium D3 ® drops during supply problems Vitamin D also plays a role in the normal absorption and utilisation of calcium and helps maintain normal bones and teeth. Low levels of vitamin D can increase your risk of Osteoporosis.