How many times should I take the medicine?
It varies from person to person. Usually, the drug is prescribed once a day, depending on the need or as the doctor deems fit. The patient?s medical history and age are factors on which the dosage largely depends.
How long before I can see benefits or effects of the medication?
Usually, the peak time to see the first signs of effects will be a month after you have started consuming the daily dose. However, your recommended dosage and your age are factors on which this time can also depend.
How long do I have to use?
Unless your course is fully complete as the doctor has recommended, you should continue taking the medication.
Is it safe to use the medication if I drive?
Calcirol is not known to have immense or severe cases of dizziness. Hence, the medicine can be safely consumed if one is driving.
Do I have to change my diet if I am under this medicine?
There are certain studies which show that while on medication, eating too much Vitamin Dr-ich food can cause an overdose of Vitamin D in the body, thus causing ill-effects. Your doctor will let you know if changes in your diet have to be made.
Is Calcirol sachet habit-forming or addictive?
No, there have been no reported cases of the same.
I have Williams syndrome. Is calcirol safe for me?
Williams syndrome increases the calcium content in the body at an abnormal rate, in that case, calcirol will not be prescribed to you.
What can happen if I overdose on the medicine?
An overdose of calcirol can cause serious fatal and life-threatening side effects. Your mouth will taste metallic, occasional bouts of dizziness are some common signs of overdose. Visit your nearest medical centre if you feel that the medication has been administered more than the recommended dosage.
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