What is cholecalciferol? Cholecalciferol (colecalciferol) is one of the most important compounds in the vitamin D group. It is also known as vitamin D3 or calciol. The body can cover a small part of its need for cholecalciferol through food, more precisely through animal foods such as fatty fish and fish liver oil (cod liver … Cholecalciferol: Meaning, Side Effects
Products Ergocalciferol (vitamin D2, calciferol) is commercially available in many countries, including as a dietary supplement in the form of capsules. Vitamin D2 is much less commonly used than cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) in many countries. In the United States, on the other hand, ergocalciferol is more traditionally used. Structure and properties Ergocalciferol (C28H44O, Mr = … Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2)
Products Alendronate is commercially available in the form of weekly tablets (Fosamax, generic). It is also combined fixed with vitamin D (cholecalciferol) (Fosavance, generic) and has been approved in many countries since 1996. Structure and properties Sodium alendronate (C4H12NNaO7P2 – 3H2O, Mr = 325.1 g/mol) exists as a white crystalline powder that is soluble in … Alendronate
Products Alfacalcidol is commercially available in Germany in the form of soft capsules, drops, and as a solution for injection (e.g., EinsAlpha). It is not registered in many countries. Structure and properties Alfacalcidol (C27H44O2, Mr = 400.6 g/mol) corresponds to 1-hydroxycholecalciferol. It is in the form of white crystals and is practically insoluble in water. … Alfacalcidol
Products Calcifediol was approved in the United States in 2016 and in many countries in 2020 in extended-release capsule form (Rayaldee). Structure and properties Calcifediol (C27H44O2, Mr = 400.6 g/mol) is a hydroxylated derivative of vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). It is 25-hydroxycholecalciferol or 25-hydroxyvitamin D3. Calcifediol is present in the drug as calcifediol monohydrate, a white … Calcifediol
Products Calcipotriol is commercially available as a fixed combination with betamethasone dipropionate as a gel, ointment, and foam (Xamiol, Daivobet, Enstilar, generics). Structure and properties Calcipotriol (C27H40O3, Mr = 412.60 g/mol) is a synthetic derivative of natural vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). It exists as a white crystalline powder. Effects Calcipotriol (ATC D05AX02) has antiproliferative, anti-inflammatory, and … Calcipotriol
Products Calcitriol is commercially available in the form of capsules (e.g., Rocaltrol) and as an ointment for psoriasis (Silkis). The active ingredient has been approved in many countries since 1978. The oral solution has been off the market since 2012. The active ingredient content could not be ensured until the end of the shelf life. … Calcitriol Effects and Side Effects
Products Calcium is commercially available in numerous drug products as a monopreparation, a fixed combination with vitamin D (usually cholecalciferol), and other vitamins and minerals. The most commonly used dosage forms include chewable, lozenge, meltable and effervescent tablets. Film-coated tablets that can be swallowed whole have also been available for some time. Structure and properties … Calcium Health Effects
Products Vitamins are commercially available in the form of pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements, medical devices, cosmetics, and foods, among others. Available dosage forms include, for example, tablets, effervescent tablets, syrups, direct granules and injectables. Vitamins are also combined with other active ingredients and, in particular, with minerals and trace elements in a fixed manner. The name … Vitamins Role in the Body
Products Vitamin D is available in many countries from various suppliers as a dropper solution or as an oral solution (e.g., Streuli, Wild, Burgerstein, Drossapharm). Structure and properties The preparations contain the precursor cholecalciferol (C27H44O, Mr = 384.6 g/mol). Vitamin D3 exists as white crystals that are practically insoluble in water and soluble in fatty … Vitamin D for Infants and Young Children
Products Magnesium orotate is commercially available as a monopreparation in tablet form (e.g., Burgerstein Magnesium Orotate). Structure and properties Magnesium orotate (C10H6MgN4O8, Mr = 334.5 g/mol) is the magnesium salt of orotic acid. Orotic acid is a pyrimidine derivative. Magnesium orotate is usually present in drugs as magnesium orotate dihydrate. 400 mg magnesium orotate dihydrate … Magnesium Orotate
Introduction Calcivit® D is a vitamin-mineral combination preparation consisting of calcium carbonate 1500 mg (equivalent to 600 mg calcium) and vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) 400 I. U. to be taken twice daily. If the preparation is used during pregnancy, however, it may only be taken once a day at most. It is available in pharmacies but … Calcivite D
