Vitamin D

Drug Class:	Commonly Known As:	Category:
	Cholecalciferol, Calcitriol, Alfacalcidol or Paricalcitol

Vitamin D - Side Effects, Precautions, and Contraindications

Common side effects include constipation, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting and weakness.

The symptoms of a drug allergy include one or more of the following:

If you experience any of these symptoms, you should stop your medication and see your healthcare professional immediately.

Before starting on this medication, inform your healthcare professional if you:

Are allergic to this medication, or any of the other ingredients in this medication
Have a medical condition called Hypercalcemia where there is high calcium levels in the body
Have a medical condition called Hypervitaminosis D where there is high vitamin D levels in the body
Are taking any other medications, including supplements, traditional medications and herbal remedies