GENRISE D3 60k Soft Gelatin Capsule 4's

Introduction About GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE

GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE contains Cholecalciferol which belongs to
the group of medicines called Vitamin D analogs. It is a form of vitamin D used
in the management of vitamin D deficiency conditions and for certain bone
conditions such as thinning of the bone (osteoporosis) which will be given to
you with other medicines.

Deficiency of vitamin D may occur when your diet or lifestyle does not provide
you with enough vitamin D or when your body requires more vitamin D (for
instance when you are pregnant).

Along with this management, your doctor might advise you to eat and drink foods
that are rich in calcium. Your doctor might want to take certain blood tests
prior to the management to understand the existing condition.

GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE is not recommended for use if you have high
levels of calcium in your blood (hypercalcaemia) or urine (hypercalciuria), are
suffering from liver problems, kidney failure, kidney stones or have a tendency
to form kidney stones, high levels of vitamin D in blood (hypervitaminosis).

Before taking GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you
have any kind of heart disease or narrowing of the arteries, sarcoidosis (a
multisystem chronic inflammatory condition which can affect your lungs, heart
and kidneys) or if you are taking any medicines or food containing vitamin D.

GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE should be used with caution among women who
are pregnant and breastfeeding because too much vitamin D may harm your baby.
GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE can only be given to children and
adolescents aged 12 and above.Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual
side effects during management with this medicine.

Uses Of GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE

• Corrects vitamin D deficiency
• Manages osteoporosis (thinning of the bone) and other related bone conditions

How GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE Works

GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE contains vitamin D which gets absorbed in
the intestine and converted in the liver and kidneys to its active form. This
active form helps the body absorb calcium and phosphate from the intestine,
retain calcium in the kidneys, and release calcium from bones. It also supports
the immune system by affecting immune cells and reducing inflammation.

How to use GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE

Take GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Your
doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your
age, body weight and disease condition.

For Tablets, Capsules and softgels: Swallow GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN
CAPSULE with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

For Orally Disintegrating tablet/strips and chewable tablet: Place the
medicine beneath the tongue and allow it to dissolve on its own.

Side Effects Of GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE

Uncommon

• increased calcium in the blood (hypercalcaemia) (signs include nausea or vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, stomachache, feel very thirsty, muscle weakness, drowsiness or confusion)
• increased calcium in the urine (hypercalciuria)

Rare

• skin rash
• itching

Stop taking GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE and contact your doctor
immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:

• swollen face, lips, tongue or throat
• difficult to swallow and breathe
• raised itchy rash (hives)

How To Manage Side Effects

!### Skin rash Or Itching

Do not scratch the affected area. Wear protective clothing while going outdoors.
Regularly moisturize your skin. Consult your doctor if the symptoms worsen.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

Use with CautionGENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE should be used with caution in pregnant
women or women planning to have a baby. Consult your doctor before taking it. If
you require extra vitamin D do not take it without medical supervision because
too much vitamin D may harm your baby.

!### Breastfeeding

Use with CautionGENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE should be used with caution in breastfeeding
women. Consult your doctor before taking it. If you require extra vitamin D do
not take it without medical supervision because too much vitamin D may harm your
baby.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Use with CautionGENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE does not affect your ability to drive or use
machines. Consult your doctor before taking it

!### Kidney

ContraindicatedGENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients with
kidney failure, kidney stones (renal calculi) or have a tendency to form kidney
stones. Consult your doctor before taking GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE.

!### Liver

Use with CautionGENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with
liver disease. Dose will be adjusted by your doctor. Consult your doctor before
taking GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedGENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE is not recommended for use if you are
allergic to Cholecalciferol or any other ingredients of this medicine.

!### Heart Disease

Use with CautionGENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with
heart disease or narrowing of the arteries. Consult your doctor before taking
GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE.

!### Use In Pediatrics

Consult your doctorGENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE is recommended for children and adolescents
aged 12 and above. Dose will be adjusted by your child’s doctor. Consult
your child’s doctor before taking GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE.

Others

GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE is not recommended for use if you:

• have high levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcaemia) or urine (hypercalciuria)
• have high levels of vitamin D in the blood (hypervitaminosis D)

Before taking GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you:

• have sarcoidosis (a multisystem chronic inflammatory condition which can affect your lungs, heart and kidneys)
• are taking medicines containing vitamin D or eating foods or drinking milk enriched with vitamin D

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Before taking GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE, inform your doctor, if you
are taking any of the following medicines:

• medicines used to manage epilepsy (Ex. carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone)
• other vitamin D containing medicines including multi-vitamins
• medicines to control the rate of your heartbeat (Ex. digoxin, digitoxin)
• diuretics (water tablets) (Ex. Bendroflumethiazide)
• calcium supplements
• medicines used to manage tuberculosis (Ex. rifampicin, isoniazid)
• medicines leading to fat malabsor
• medicines used to manage fungal infections (Ex. ketoconazole, itraconazole)
• actinomycin (medicine used to manage some forms of cancer)
• glucocorticosteroids Ex. hydrocortisone or prednisolone (used to manage inflammatory conditions)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN
CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Signs of
overdose include loss of appetite, thirst, nausea, vomiting, constipation,
abdominal pain, muscle weakness, tiredness, confusion, having to pass more urine
than usual, bone pain, kidney problems and in severe cases it may cause
irregular heartbeat, coma or even death.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3)
Pharmacological Category	:	Vitamin D analogs
Therapeutic Indication	:	Osteoporosis, Vitamin D deficiency
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet, Chewable tablet, Disintegrating tablet, Disintegrating strip, Capsule, Softgel capsule, Injection, Oral solution, Syrup, Suspension, powder, Sachet, Oral drops, Nano drops, Oral Spray, Granules

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Storage

• Keep the medicine out of reach of children
• Store GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE at room temperature

FAQs About GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE

Q: What is GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE used for?

A: GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE is used to manage osteoporosis (is a bone
condition in which there is thinning of the bone) along with other medicines and
to manage or manage vitamin D deficiency (which may occur when your diet or
lifestyle does not provide you enough vitamin D or when your body requires more
vitamin D during pregnancy).

Q: What happens if you take more GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE than your required dose?

A: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of GENRISE D3 60K SOFT
GELATIN CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby
hospital. Symptoms of overdose are loss of appetite, thirst, nausea, vomiting,
constipation, abdominal pain, muscle weakness, tiredness, confusion, having to
pass more urine than usual, bone pain, kidney problems, and in severe cases it
may cause irregular heartbeat, coma or even death.

Q: How does GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE work?

A: GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE helps the body to absorb calcium and
phosphorus and is a fat-soluble vitamin. It is produced naturally by your skin
after exposure to the sun and is also found in some foods. GENRISE D3 60K SOFT
GELATIN CAPSULE is prescribed as a dietary supplement when there is a deficiency
of Vitamin D or during increased requirement.

Q: Can GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE be used in patients with kidney problems?

A: GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients
with kidney failure, kidney stones (renal calculi) or have a tendency to form
kidney stones. Consult your doctor for advice before taking GENRISE D3 60K SOFT
GELATIN CAPSULE.

Q: Can GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE be used in pregnant women?

A: GENRISE D3 60K SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE should be used with caution in pregnant
women or women planning to have a baby. Consult your doctor before taking it. If
you require extra vitamin D do not take it without medical supervision because
too much vitamin D may harm your baby.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Vitamin D3 test
• Kidney function test