Vigalex Bio 1000 is a drug containing cholecalciferol (vitamin D). It is a preparation intended for use as a means of preventing vitamin D deficiency in the body. The drug is intended for adults and children over 6 years of age.
Composition of Vigalex Bio 1000:
Active substance: cholecalciferol (Cholecalciferolum). One tablet contains 10 mg of cholecalciferol powder, which corresponds to 0.025 mg (1000IU) of cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) and excipients: microcrystalline cellulose (type 102), calcium hydrogen phosphate dihydrate, pregelatinized starch, corn starch, crospovidone (type A), sucrose, magnesium stearate, sodium ascorbate, medium chain saturated fatty acid triglycerides, colloidal anhydrous silica, all-rac-alpha-tocopherol.
Operation of Vigalex Bio 1000:
Cholecalciferol, or vitamin D, was used as the active ingredient in Vigalex Bio 1000. This ingredient is crucial in the process of proper bone formation. In states of cholecalciferol deficiency, bone calcification is impaired (rickets) or bone calcium is lost (osteomalacia). Vigalex Bio 1000 is indicated for the prevention of vitamin D deficiency in children and adults, as well as for the prevention of vitamin D deficiency in women planning pregnancy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding (after consulting a doctor) and for the prevention of rickets and osteomalacia. in children and adults and as an adjunct in the treatment of osteoporosis in adults.
Application:
Vigalex Bio 1000 is indicated for use in the prevention of vitamin D deficiency in adults and children, in the prevention of vitamin D deficiency in women planning pregnancy, pregnant and breastfeeding women (after consulting a doctor), in order to prevent rickets and osteomalacia in children and adults as an adjunct in the treatment of osteoporosis in adults. For use in adults and children from 6 years of age with a healthy body weight.
Additional information:
Store the product out of reach of children at room temperature. It is recommended to protect against the effects of moisture and light. You should take the drug under the supervision of a doctor in case of: using other products with vitamin D (additional doses of vitamin D may be taken only under the supervision of a doctor) sarcoidosis; renal dysfunction; the use of cardiac glycosides or diuretics; children under the age of 6; long-term use of vitamin D (over 3 months) (it is then necessary to monitor the concentration of calcium in the serum and urine, and to check the kidney function). Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding: consult your doctor, it is recommended to set the appropriate dose (usually 2000IU per day). The drug contains sucrose - in the case of known intolerance to some sugars, consult a doctor before taking the drug. This medicine contains less than 1mmol (23mg) of sodium in the recommended dosage unit - it is essentially 'sodium-free'.
Contraindications:
Do not use in case of hypersensitivity to any component of the drug. Do not use in case of hypercalcemia (too much calcium in the blood) or hypercalciuria (excessive excretion of calcium in the urine). Do not use in the case of nephrolithiasis or severe renal failure. Do not use in the case of alleged hypoparathyroidism.
Side effects:
Some people may experience side effects while taking the drug. Not known: gastrointestinal complaints (constipation, flatulence, nausea, abdominal pain or diarrhea); hypersensitivity reactions (itching, rash or hives). Hypercalcaemia (too much calcium in the blood) and hypercalciuria (excessive excretion of calcium in the urine) occur with prolonged use of high doses. Fatalities have been reported in individual cases.
Dosage of Vigalex Bio 1000 tablets:
Use as directed by your doctor or according to the directions on the leaflet. Do not use for more than 3 months without consulting a doctor. Do not use doses higher than recommended. Take the tablet with a sufficient amount of liquid. Children from 6 to 10 years of age with a normal body weight: take one tablet (1000IU) daily. Children and adolescents from 11 to 18 years of age with a healthy body weight - prevention of vitamin D deficiency: 1-2 tablets (1000-2000IU) per day; prevention of rickets and osteomalacia: 2 tablets (2000IU) daily. Adults with a healthy body weight - prevention of vitamin D deficiency: 1-2 tablets (1000-2000IU) a day; prevention of rickets and osteomalacia: 2 tablets (2000IU) daily; supportive treatment of osteoporosis: 2-4 tablets (2000-4000IU) per day. Women planning pregnancy, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers: consult your doctor about the dosage. People with renal insufficiency: do not use without consulting a doctor. It is not recommended for use in children under 6 years of age.