Emkay-D softgel capsule

Introduction

Expert Advice

Indication:

This medication is used in bleeding problems in new born who has low vitamin k level, hypoprothrombinemia (low levels of the blood clotting protein prothrombin), inherited bleeding disorder (vitamin K-dependent clotting factors deficiency or VKCFD and reversing the blood thinning effects of warfarin.

Contraindication:

This medication is contraindicated in allergies

Side effects:

This patients administered with this medication may not experience any side effects as it is safe to use. Refer to your healthcare provider for further details

Precaution:

The patients taking this medication should take precautions as it can lower blood glucose levels. Too much of this medication can be harmful if person is going through dialysis

Pregnancy:

This medication is likely safe for pregnant females. Consult your doctor for further advice.

Lactation:

This medication is likely safe for nursing females. Consult your doctor for further advice.

Primary Uses

Indications

This medication is used in bleeding problems in new born who has low vitamin k level, hypoprothrombinemia (low levels of the blood clotting protein prothrombin), inherited bleeding disorder (vitamin K-dependent clotting factors deficiency or VKCFD and reversing the blood thinning effects of warfarin.

Side Effects

This patients administered with this medication may not experience any side effects as it is safe to use. Refer to your healthcare provider for further details

Contraindications

This medication is contraindicated in allergies

What should be taken with vitamin D3?

As vitamin D3 is a fat-soluble vitamin i.e. it will not dissolve in water and will be well absorbed in blood when taken with high-fat containing foods. That’s why Vitamin D supplements are recommended to take with meal for better absorption.

Can vitamin D3 injection be safe?

In a study, it is shown that once a year intramuscular cholecalciferol injection (600,000 IU) will be effective therapy in vitamin D deficiency.

What are the side effects of vitamin D injection?

Mostly there are no side effects experienced, unless taken too much. It may include weakness, fatigue, sleepiness, headache, loss of appetite, metallic taste and dry mouth.

How is vitamin D shot given?

In adults and teenagers, at first, 0.5 mcg is injected in the vein 3 times per week. Doctor may change dose as needed. In children its use and dose should be determined by a doctor.

What signs indicated low vitamin D?

Signs like fatigue, bone pain, muscle weakness, muscle aches, muscle cramps, mood changes like depression.