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Description
Arachitol 6L Injection contains Vitamin D3, which is essential for the proper growth and development of your body. It helps in the absorption of calcium and phosphates from your bowel, which keeps your bones and teeth healthy. It is given especially to the elderly and to those having a deficiency of this vitamin due to familial (presence in the family) or environmental reasons.
Arachitol 6L Injection can rarely cause side effects like constipation, confusion, nausea, vomiting etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects are persistent and/or worsening.
Arachitol 6L Injection is given by a qualified healthcare professional in a hospital/clinic. This medicine is given when giving an oral form is not possible or ineffective. Your dose will be dependant on the severity of your condition. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Arachitol 6L Injection is not recommended if you have malabsorption syndrome (insufficient absorption of nutrients from the stomach), high calcium or vitamin D3 levels in your body.
Arachitol 6L Injection can interact with other medicines. Inform your doctor about your current medicines or if you have any pre-existing kidney problems. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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List of substitutes for Arachitol 6L Injection
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Arachitol 6L Injection
Mental confusion
Constipation
Nausea and vomiting
Metallic taste
Headache
Pain at injection site
Uses of Arachitol 6L Injection
What is it prescribed for?
Nutritional Supplementation
Arachitol 6L Injection is vital for the proper functioning of your body. Therefore, its supplementation becomes necessary if it is not produced in adequate quantities by natural means. It is usually administered in severe deficiency or if you have not responded adequately to the oral forms of this vitamin.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Arachitol 6L Injection to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The duration for which Arachitol 6L Injection remains active in your body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Arachitol 6L Injection.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Arachitol 6L Injection is not recommended if you are pregnant as enough data is not available to understand its safety and efficiency. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Arachitol 6L Injection is not recommended for use if you are breastfeeding as it may pass into breast milk. Consult your doctor first before taking this medicine to understand its risks and benefits.
Hypercalcemia
Arachitol 6L Injection is not recommended if you have high calcium levels in your body.
Hypervitaminosis D
Arachitol 6L Injection is not recommended if you have abnormally high levels of Vitamin D3 in your body. Taking this medicine in such cases could lead to toxic accumulation in your body.
Allergy
Arachitol 6L Injection is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, swelling and/or itching (especially of your face, lips, throat), breathing difficulty, etc.
Kidney stones
Arachitol 6L Injection is not recommended for use if there are kidney stones (hard deposits that form inside your kidneys and are made of salts and minerals) in your body.
Nephrocalcinosis
Nephrocalcinosis (a condition where calcium gets deposited in the kidney tubules). Arachitol 6L Injection is not recommended for use if you have such a condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Arachitol 6L Injection is not recommended if you are pregnant as enough data is not available to understand its safety and efficiency. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Arachitol 6L Injection is not recommended for use if you are breastfeeding as it may pass into breast milk. Consult your doctor first before taking this medicine to understand its risks and benefits.
General warnings
Other medicines
Arachitol 6L Injection may interact with many medicines and decrease its absorption. Hence, it is advised that you report to your doctor all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this supplement.
Malabsorption syndrome
Arachitol 6L Injection is not recommended for use if you have any disorder of inefficient absorption of nutrients from your bowel. Ask for another suitable medicine in such cases.
Other uses
Your doctor may prescribe Arachitol 6L Injection if other medicines are not effective. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor in such cases.
Missed Dose
Since this supplement is usually given by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose of Arachitol 6L Injection is very low.
Overdose
Since this supplement is given in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose of Arachitol 6L Injection is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by your doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Phenytoin
Digoxin
Corticosteroids
Calcitriol
Hydrochlorothiazide
Disease interactions
Arrhythmia
Arachitol 6L Injection should be used with caution if you have irregular heartbeats due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Your doctor may closely monitor your heart functions and/or adjust your dose according to your condition.
Kidney Disease
Arachitol 6L Injection should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as it can damage your kidneys. Your doctor will closely monitor your kidney functions and/or adjust your dose according to your condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Arachitol 6L Injection is usually given in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.
Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to your doctor before receiving this supplement.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Arachitol 6L Injection acts by promoting the absorption of calcium, phosphates and Vitamin A from different organs and helps in maintaining overall health.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Vitamins
Schedule
Schedule H
Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Cholecalciferol. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 21 September 2021].
Heyl-berlin.de. 2021. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 21 September 2021].
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Information on this page was last updated on 22 Oct 2021
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