Dihydrotachysterol

Dihydrotachysterol is a synthetic form of vitamin D, which is a hormone that helps the body absorb calcium from the diet and use it efficiently. It is used to treat hypocalcemia (low levels of calcium in the blood) and certain types of rickets.

Uses

Dihydrotachysterol is used to treat conditions that cause the body to not produce enough vitamin D, such as hypoparathyroidism (a condition that affects the parathyroid glands), rickets (a condition that affects bone development in children), and hypocalcemia (low levels of calcium in the blood).

Side Effects

Some common side effects of dihydrotachysterol include nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, constipation, and loss of appetite. In rare cases, it can cause more serious side effects such as hypercalcemia (high levels of calcium in the blood), kidney stones, and heart problems.

Precautions

Before taking dihydrotachysterol, it is important to tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions, especially kidney disease, heart disease, or high levels of calcium in your blood. It is also important to tell your doctor about any other medications you are taking, as dihydrotachysterol can interact with other drugs.

Dosage

The dosage of dihydrotachysterol will depend on the condition being treated and the patient's response to treatment. It is usually taken by mouth once a day, with or without food.

See Also

• Vitamin D
• Hypocalcemia
• Rickets
• Hypoparathyroidism

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