Warnings


What may interact with Cholecalciferol?

-Antacids
-Diuretics
-Magnesium supplements
-Medications for cholesterol, such as cholestyramine, colesevelam, or colestipol
-Medications for seizures, such as phenytoin, fosphenytoin
-Mineral oil
-Orlistat
-Phosphorus supplements
-Rifampin

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Cholecalciferol?

They need to know if you have any of the following conditions:
-Cystic fibrosis
-Gallbladder disease
-High levels of calcium in the blood
-High levels of vitamin D in the blood
-Inflammatory bowel disease such, as Crohn''s disease or ulcerative colitis
-Kidney disease
-Liver disease
-Parathyroid disease
-Other stomach disease
-An unusual or allergic reaction to vitamin D, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Cholecalciferol?

Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. You may need blood work done while you are taking this medication. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
Do not take any non-prescription medications that have vitamin D, phosphorus, magnesium, or calcium including antacids while taking this medication, unless your care team says you can. The extra supplements can cause side effects.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from light. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, check the label or package insert to see if the medication should be thrown out in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. If you are not sure, ask your care team. If it is safe to put it in the trash, take the medication out of the container. Mix the medication with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or other unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.