Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3)
Essential for calcium absorption and bone health. Often supplemented in breastfed infants.
Dosage by Body Weight
Routine infant supplementation is 400 IU (10 mcg) per day. High-dose treatment for rickets requires medical supervision.
- Body Weight
- Infants
- Dose
- 400 IU
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Use the dropper provided with the specific product.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infants | 400 IU | Once daily | Use the dropper provided with the specific product. |
Formulation
Purpose
Vitamin supplement to prevent and treat Vitamin D deficiency and rickets.
Generic Name
Vitamin D3Branded Drug Names
Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.
Alternatives
Safety Advice
Alcohol
CAUTIONCholecalciferol (Vitamin D3): Alcohol may worsen dehydration, stomach upset, or interfere with nutritional recovery. Avoid or limit alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBEDCholecalciferol (Vitamin D3): Generally safe in pregnancy when used at recommended doses or as prescribed. Avoid excessive supplementation.
Breast Feeding
SAFECholecalciferol (Vitamin D3): Generally compatible with breastfeeding when used at recommended doses. Ask a healthcare provider before high-dose use.
Driving
SAFECholecalciferol (Vitamin D3): Usually does not affect driving. Avoid driving only if you feel unwell, dizzy, or weak from the underlying condition.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBEDCholecalciferol (Vitamin D3): Usually safe at recommended doses, but high-dose or fat-soluble vitamin use should be medically supervised in liver disease.
Kidney
CAUTIONCholecalciferol (Vitamin D3): Kidney disease may require avoiding or adjusting minerals and electrolytes such as potassium, magnesium, calcium, or phosphate.