Product Description
Sunny D softgel capsules are used to treat uncomplicated Vitamin D deficiency and vitamin D deficiency due to chronic liver disease or intestinal malabsorption.
Sunny D Softgel Capsules 5000Iu Formula
Sunny D Softgel Capsules 5000Iu contains Cholecalciferol which is also known as Vitamin D3. It belongs to the class of drugs known as vitamin D analogs.
Sunny D Softgel Capsules 5000Iu Uses
Vitamin D deficiency is common in young adults and other age groups. To treat vitamin D deficiency, doctors usually recommend taking Sunny D softgel capsules. The active ingredient in Sunny D capsules is Cholecalciferol.
Cholecalciferol which is also known as Vitamin D3 is formed in the skin under UV rays. It is metabolized in two hydroxylation steps. The first step occurs in the liver and the second step in the kidney tissues which completely converts it into an active metabolite known as 1,25-dihydroxy-cholecalciferol.
This active metabolite is involved in the regulation of calcium and phosphate balance along with calcitonin and parathyroid hormone. Moreover, it also promotes renal calcium absorption and increases the mobilization of calcium and phosphorus from bone to plasma.
Some of the uses of Sunny D capsules are as follows:
- Overcome Vitamin D deficiency
- Osteoporosis
- Refractory rickets or vitamin D-resistant rickets
- Hypoparathyroidism
- Familial hypophosphatemia
- Better absorption of calcium and phosphate
- Decrease the risk of autoimmune diseases
- Stimulation of insulin secretion
- Better bone health
Doctors usually prescribe the drug to those who have Vitamin D deficiency.
Sunny D Medicinal Forms
Dosage and Administration
- The normal dosage of Vitamin D3 needed in a day is 4000 IU.
- The recommended dosage of Sunny D capsules 5000 IU is 1 capsule per day.
- The recommended dosage of Sunny D capsules 200,000 IU is 1 capsule every 4 weeks per month.
- It is recommended to take these capsules with food. This is because Vitamin D doesn’t dissolve in water. It is absorbed in the blood when taken with foods rich in fat. They can also be taken without food.
- Avoid crushing or chewing the capsule; instead, swallow it whole along with some water.
- If you miss a dose of Azomax, then take the dose as early as possible. But if it is almost the time of the next dose, then skip the previous one and take the next one. And follow the regular dosing schedule.
- Follow the dosing instructions as advised by your doctor.
Sunny D Capsules Side Effects
There aren’t any common side effects of Sunny D capsules. In some rare cases, you may face the following side effects:
- Increased thirst
- Increased Urination
- Weakness
- Vomiting
- Hypersensitivity
- Skin Rash and Allergy
- Hypercalcemia
- Nausea
Risks and Warnings
There are some circumstances under which the use of medicine can be alarming. So before using the medicine, know its risks and warnings. Some of the risks and warnings associated with it are:
Mothers who are pregnant or breastfeeding their babies should consult a doctor before taking this medicine. So, it is advised to consult a healthcare provider before taking any antibiotic.
Make sure to have the recommended dosage of Sunny D capsules else it might have certain side effects on the body. If these capsules are taken in high amounts, they can cause harmful high calcium levels.
Drug Interactions
When you take more than two drugs together, they can cause a reaction in the body. Sometimes the reaction is not obvious. But sometimes, it can cause adverse reactions. Therefore, it is better to consult your doctor before taking any other medicines along with Sunny D capsules.
Sunny D capsules can interact with the following drugs:
- Corticosteroids (Steroids)
- Statins
- Barbiturates
- Anticonvulsants
- Danazol
- Digitalis
- Thiazides
- Antacid
To avoid any drug interactions, it is better to tell your doctor the complete medical history and the medicines that you’re already taking.
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place, and avoid refrigerating it
- Store it at room temperature (20–25°C)
- Keep it away from heat, direct sunlight, and moisture
- Keep it away from children and pets
- Do not use the medicine once it has passed its expiration date
