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Cholecalciferol overdose

2016-03-10 06:11:58
I accidentally gave my 18 month old son cholecalciferol double dose prescribed 600iu and I gave 1200 iu for 10 days He showed symptoms like loss of appetite drowsiness and constipation I have stopped it for the time being Is it something serious Should I take him to the doctor
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Please see a doctor as soon as possible to find out his vitamin d levels.don't panic but consult a paediatrician immediately

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