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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Jan 11, 2025 | 8:46 AM IST

Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm used to prevent/treat vitamin D deficiency. It contains Cholecalciferol, which increases vitamin D levels in the body. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as vomiting, nausea, constipation, and increased calcium levels in blood and urine. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Synonym :

VITAMIN D3

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Kruger Company

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm

Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm is used to treat Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones) and 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 by inadequate nutrition, intestinal malabsorption, or lack of sunlight exposure.

Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm 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.

Take Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm as advised. Your physician will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm 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, and 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 Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their physician before taking Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm. Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm passes into the breast milk. Hence, breastfeeding mothers need to seek medical advice before starting Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm. Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm is safe to use in children when recommended by the paediatrician. Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm should be used with caution in hypercalcemia, renal impairment, heart diseases, kidney stones and hypervitaminosis D (having too much vitamin D).

Uses of Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm

Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm is used to treat Vitamin D deficiency, Osteoporosis, and Osteomalacia (Rickets).

Directions for Use

Check the label for directions before use. Mix the granules in water, stir well and drink immediately.

Medicinal Benefits

Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm is used to treat low blood calcium levels. It effectively treats various conditions in the body, like Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis, and rickets or osteomalacia. Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm 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 a vitamin after intake. It helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralization of bone. Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm may also used in treating familial hypophosphatemia (a group of rare inherited disorders characterized by impaired kidney conservation of phosphate and, in some cases, altered vitamin D metabolism).

How Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm Works

Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm 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

Side Effects of Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm

  • Constipation
  • Increased blood calcium levels
  • Increased calcium levels in urine
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Chest pain
  • feeling short of breath

What if I have taken an overdose of Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm

Never take more than the suggested dose of Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm. 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 Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their physician before taking Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm. Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm passes into the breast milk. Hence, breastfeeding mothers need to seek medical advice before starting Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm. Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm is safe to use in children when advised by the doctor. Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm should be used with caution in hypercalcemia, hyperparathyroidism, renal impairment, electrolyte imbalance, heart diseases, kidney stones and hypervitaminosis D (having too much vitamin D).

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 Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Use higher doses of Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm during pregnancy than the daily dietary allowance only when the doctor advises. Your physician will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your physician before taking Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm if you are breastfeeding. Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm can pass into the breast milk. If Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm is used during breastfeeding, please monitor the mother and the infant's serum calcium levels.

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Driving

Caution

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness while using Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm. Please consult your doctor if you experience any dizziness.

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Liver

Caution

Before taking Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm, 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

Caution

It is advised to seek physician advice before starting Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm 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 Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm based on the child's age and weight.

FAQs

Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm is used to treat Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), and rickets or osteomalacia (softening or deforming of bones due to a lack of calcium).
Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm 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.
Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm may cause common side effects like 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.
Ostego D3 Granules Sachet 1 gm should be used with caution in conditions like hypercalcemia, liver problems, kidney problems, heart problems, hypervitaminosis, kidney stones, phenylketonuria and diabetes.
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.
Good sources of Vitamin D3 include Mushrooms, Cheese, Egg Yolks, Salmon Fish, Tuna Fish, Fortified Milk, Fortified Orange Juice, Fortified Cereals and Trout.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

504, Cottage Land Sector - 19A, Narool N. Mumbai
Other Info - OST0287

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