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
DropsCapsuleSyrup
Purpose
Vitamin supplement to prevent and treat Vitamin D deficiency and rickets.
Generic Name
Vitamin D3
Branded Drug Names
Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
- D-Rise
- Uprizone
- Calcirol
Scheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.