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Vigantol, Vitamin D3 20,000IU, oral drops, 10 ml
Vigantol 20,000 IU is a drug in the form of oral drops that contains the active substance vitamin D (cholecalciferol). Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) can be supplied to the body with food or produced in the skin upon exposure to UV radiation. Vitamin D deficiency causes bone calcification disorders (rickets) or loss of calcium from bones (osteomalacia). Vigantol 20,000 IU can be used to prevent rickets, osteomalacia and vitamin deficiencies and as an adjuvant in the treatment of osteoporosis. The medicinal product is suitable for newborns (including premature babies), children, adolescents, adults and the elderly. The bottle of Vigantol 20000 IU is closed with a cap that includes a dropper for easy measurement of the recommended dose.
Action:
Vitamin D3 has multidirectional effects, including: regulates calcium and phosphate metabolism, increases the absorption of calcium and phosphates in the intestines, affects the bone mineralization process and is necessary for the proper functioning of muscles and the immune system. Vitamin D3 deficiencies may lead to the development of rickets, bone mineralization disorders, osteoporosis and disorders of the immune system.
Dosage:
Premature babies: 2 drops a day of Vigantol solution (1000 IU vitamin D3). After reaching the 40th week of age, the corrected age should be reduced. The dosage must be determined by the attending physician.
Newborns and infants (up to 12 months): 1 drop per day of Vigantol solution (equivalent to 500 IU of vitamin D).
In premature babies, newborns and infants, the drug should be used under medical supervision.
Children, adolescents, adults and the elderly: 1 drop per day of Vigantol solution (corresponding to 500 IU of vitamin D).
Supportive treatment of osteoporosis in adults: 2 drops daily of Vigantol solution (equivalent to 1000 IU of vitamin D).
The medicinal product should not be used long-term or in higher doses without medical supervision. If you use more Vigantol than recommended, contact your doctor. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
Indications:
Vigantol is used in:
- preventing rickets and osteomalacia in children and adults,
- preventing rickets in premature babies,
- preventing diseases at risk of vitamin D deficiency in children and adults,
- preventing vitamin D deficiency in children and adults,
- supportive treatment for osteoporosis in adults.
Specific References
1 ml of solution contains the active substance: cholecalciferol 500 µg,
other ingredients: triglycerides of medium chain saturated fatty acids.