Anthropometric Measurements as Predictors of Low Birth Weight Among Tanzanian Neonates: A Hospital-Based Study
November 7, 2025
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Brand Name :
Delta-D
Synonyms :
Calciol, cholecalciferol, Cholecalciferolum, Colecalciferol
Class :
Gastrointestinal agent, Vitamin D derivative, Antirachitic
Dosage Forms & StrengthsÂ
CapsulesÂ
10 mcgÂ
25 mcgÂ
50 mcgÂ
125 mcgÂ
250 mcgÂ
A dose of 15 mcg taken orally daily
Dosage Forms & StrengthsÂ
CapsulesÂ
10 mcgÂ
25 mcgÂ
50 mcgÂ
125 mcgÂ
250 mcgÂ
Usual Geriatric Dose for Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation:
For adults who are 70 years and older, the US Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for vitamin D increases to 20 mcg (800 international units) per day, with a Tolerable Upper Intake Level of 100 mcg (4000 international units)
Dose Adjustments
Limited data is available
may diminish the absorption when combined with vitamins (fat soluble)
may diminish the therapeutic efficacy when combined with clobetasol propionate
when cholecalciferol is combined with calcium glubionate anhydrous, the chances of adverse effects may increase
combining cholecalciferol with calcium levulinate may increase the chances of adverse effects
when thiazides are used concominantly with calcimax syrup, there is an increased risk of calcium levels in the blood
when thiazides are used concominantly with calcimax syrup, there is an increased risk of calcium levels in the blood
when thiazides are used concominantly with calcimax syrup, there is an increased risk of calcium levels in the blood
when thiazides are used concominantly with calcimax syrup, there is an increased risk of calcium levels in the blood
the risk of adverse effects may be increased
the chances of cholecalciferol's effectiveness in therapy may diminish when used concurrently with budesonide
the metabolism of bupivacaine may be reduced when combined with cholecalciferol
when combined with cholecalciferol, the metabolism of buprenorphine may experience a decrease
the metabolism of buspirone may undergo a reduction when combined with cholecalciferol
the combination of calcifediol and cholecalciferol may heighten the chances of adverse effects
combining calcitriol with cholecalciferol may increase the chances of adverse effects
the chances of adverse effects may be elevated when cholecalciferol is combined with calcium acetate
the chances of adverse effects can be heightened when cholecalciferol is combined with calcium glucoheptonate
When cholecalciferol is used together with oliceridine, this leads to enhanced concentration serum of oliceridine
Actions and Spectrum:Â
Cholecalciferol is a dietary supplement used to treat vitamin D deficiency. Â
Cholecalciferol is used as a dietary supplement in situations where dietary intake of vitamin D is insufficient.  Â
Frequency not definedÂ
Chest painÂ
DizzinessÂ
Skin rashÂ
Hives or itchingÂ
Difficulty swallowingÂ
CoughÂ
Black Box Warning:Â
NoneÂ
Contraindication/Caution:Â
The drug is contraindicated in following conditions:Â Â
HypersensitivityÂ
Hypervitaminosis DÂ
MalabsorptionÂ
HypercalcemiaÂ
Pregnancy Warnings:Â Â
Pregnancy category: N/AÂ Â
Lactation:Â Â
Excretion of the drug in human breast milk is unknown Â
Pregnancy Categories:Â Â Â Â
Category A: Satisfactory and well-controlled studies show no evidence of risk to the fetus in the first trimester or in the later trimester.   Â
Category B: No evidence of risk to fetus found in animal reproduction studies and there are not enough studies on pregnant women.   Â
Category C: Adverse effects on the fetus found with evidence in animal reproduction studies and no adequate evidence for an effect in humans, care must be taken for potential risks in pregnant women.   Â
Category D: There is adequate data available with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite potential risks may be used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.   Â
Category X: Drugs listed in this category clearly outweigh risks over benefits. These category drugs should be prohibited for pregnant women.   Â
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category.Â
Pharmacology:Â
Cholecalciferol enhances the absorption of calcium and phosphates from various organs.Â
Pharmacodynamics:Â
Vitamin D leads to an increase in serum calcium and phosphate levels in the body. Â
Pharmacokinetics:Â
Limited information is available on ADME.Â
Administration:Â
Cholecalciferol is available in oral dosage forms. Â
Patient information leafletÂ
Generic Name: cholecalciferolÂ
Why do we use cholecalciferol?Â
Cholecalciferol is an essential mineral for bone maintenance and formation. Â
Vitamin D levels are indicated to prevent conditions like rickets and osteomalacia.Â
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