Cipcal D3 Granules

• If you have problems with your liver or kidneys.
• If you are allergic to Vitamin D3 or any ingredient of the supplement.
• If you already have high levels of calcium or Vitamin D in your blood.
• If you have kidney stones, or severe kidney disease.
• If you have sarcoidosis, tuberculosis, or a cancer of the blood or lymph glands, unless your doctor has advised it.
• If you have a heart condition in which your calcium level must be kept controlled.
• If you have a disorder that stops your intestine absorbing nutrients, unless your doctor has advised it.

• Nausea or vomiting
• Constipation
• Stomach discomfort
• Loss of appetite
• Headache
• A metallic taste in the mouth
• A raised calcium level in the blood, which your doctor finds on a blood test
• More calcium than usual passed in the urine

• Signs of too much calcium: excessive thirst, passing a lot of urine, unusual tiredness, confusion, or persistent vomiting
• Pain in the side or back, or blood in the urine, which can signal a kidney stone
• An allergic reaction, with rash, itching, or swelling of the face, lips or throat

Other General Warnings

• You have any existing medical condition like diabetes, hypertension, kidney or liver problem.
• You are on other medications, supplements or following any complementary or integrative health approaches.
• You should not take Cipcal D3 supplement if you are allergic to any of the components of this supplement.
• You have any planned surgery or operation. You may be asked to stop taking these products at least 2-3 weeks ahead of the procedure.
• Dietary supplements are intended to supplement the diets of some people and should not be a substitute for a well-balanced, varied diet and a healthy lifestyle.
• You have kidney disease, or have had kidney stones.
• You have sarcoidosis, tuberculosis or another condition that raises the body's sensitivity to vitamin D.
• You are already taking another vitamin D or calcium product, including an antacid or a fortified supplement.
• You take digoxin, a thiazide water tablet, a medicine for epilepsy, rifampicin, orlistat or cholestyramine.
• You are immobile or bedridden for a long period.
• You are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
• Your symptoms do not improve after the course your doctor prescribed. A repeat blood test may be needed.
• You have a cancer of the blood or lymph glands.
• You have a disorder that stops your intestine absorbing nutrients.

• Take Cipcal D3 granules as advised by your doctor.
• You should not consume vitamin supplements more than the stated recommended daily dose.
• Empty the contents of the sachet into a glass of water or milk, stir, and drink it straight away.
• Take it with or just after food. Vitamin D needs fat to be absorbed, so a meal helps.
• Rinse the glass with a little more water and drink that too, so none is left behind.
• Take it at the interval your doctor sets. This is a high-strength preparation, not a daily supplement.
• Do not take another vitamin D product at the same time without telling your doctor.

• Store Cipcal D3 granules in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.
• Do not use expired sachets.
• Dispose of unused or expired medicine as per local guidelines.
• Keep it in the original pack until you take it.
• Do not use it after the expiry date printed on the pack.

• Take Cipcal D3 granules after meals for better absorption.
• Usually prescribed once a week, not daily, unless specifically directed by your doctor.
• Follow your doctor’s recommended dose and duration strictly.
• Avoid taking more than the prescribed dose to prevent Vitamin D toxicity.
• Combine with a calcium-rich diet (milk, paneer, leafy greens) for maximum benefit.
• Adequate sunlight exposure (10–30 min, twice a week) can naturally improve Vitamin D levels.
• This is a high-strength preparation taken at intervals, not a daily supplement. Follow the schedule your doctor sets.
• Take it with food containing some fat, which helps absorption.
• Check whether any other supplement, antacid or fortified product you take also contains vitamin D, so the total does not add up to too much.
• Sunlight on the skin is how the body makes its own vitamin D. Some regular daylight exposure helps, without burning.
• Include vitamin D in the diet where you can, from oily fish, egg yolk and fortified foods.
• Your doctor may check your level with a repeat blood test after a course before deciding what to do next.
• Tell your doctor if you have had kidney stones, or have kidney disease.
• Tell your doctor if you have surgery planned, as you may be asked to stop supplements beforehand.
• A supplement works alongside a balanced diet, not instead of one.

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• Vitamin D3 plays a very crucial role in the absorption of calcium and phosphorus from the intestine, which is critical for the formation, growth and regeneration of bones. It supports healthy bones and teeth.
• It also plays a role in cell growth, neuromuscular and immune function, and the reduction of inflammation.
• If you do not get enough vitamin D, you are more likely to experience fractures, muscle pain and weakness.
• Adequate levels of vitamin D in the body can prevent rickets in children and bone softening in adults and the elderly.

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