Manufacturer: Abbott
Salt Composition : Vitamin D3(600000IU)
Arachitol 6L Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. You should take it regularly to get the most benefit from it. If you are using it to treat osteoporosis you will be prescribed other medicines as well. This medicine may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes making changes to your diet and taking calcium and vitamin supplements. Learn about the foods you should eat to make sure you get enough calcium and vitamin D in your diet.
Arachitol injection is a medication which has Vitamin D3 as an active ingredient present in it. This medicine performs its action by increasing absorption of calcium and phosphorus required for strong bones. It is also used to treat condition such as Vitamin d deficiency and Deficiency of vitamin d.
The pharmacokinetics of oral vitamin D3 are conventionally described with respect to its effect on the serum concentration of the predominant circulating metabolite, 25-hydroxyvitamin D ([25(OH)D]), which is a well-established biomarker of systemic vitamin D status
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Arachitol
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Weakness
Muscle pain
Metallic taste
sarcoidosis.
high amount of phosphate in the blood.
high amount of calcium in the blood.
excessive amount of vitamin D in the body.
kidney stones.
decreased kidney function.
Arachitol 6L Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Arachitol 6L Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Arachitol 6L Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Vitamin D with calcium is used to treat or prevent bone loss (osteoporosis). Vitamin D is also used with other medications to treat low levels of calcium or phosphate caused by certain disorders (such as hypoparathyroidism, pseudohypoparathyroidism, familial hypophosphatemia).
Aluminum.
Anticonvulsants.
Atorvastatin (Lipitor).
Calcipotriene (Dovonex, Sorilux).
Cholestyramine (Prevalite).
Cytochrome P-450 3A4 (CYP3A4) substrates.
Digoxin (Lanoxin).
Diltiazem (Cardizem, Tiazac, others).
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Arachitol 6L Injection, please consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Arachitol 6L Injection for the treatment of vitaminD3 deficiency.
It is given as an injection into muscles under the supervision of a doctor.
Some healthy tips for vitamin D deficiency:
Get enough sun exposure 10-30 minutes thrice a week.
Light-skinned: 20-30 minutes of sun exposure.
Dark-skinned: 30-40 minutes of sun exposure.
Eat vitamin D rich diet like egg yolk, mushrooms, cheese, milk, butter, fortified food and oily fish.
Do not take antacids or any other medication 2 hours before or after taking Arachitol 6L Injection.
Other prescription or over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and herbal products may affect the Arachitol 6L Injection levels in the body. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.
Inform your doctor if you notice nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, constipation, weakness and weight loss while taking this medicine.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. What are the benefits of taking Arachitol 6L Injection?
Arachitol 6L Injection is important for maintaining bone health, supporting the health of the immune system, brain, and nervous system. It also regulates insulin levels and is important for a healthy heart and blood vessels.
Q. Is it better to take Arachitol 6L Injection at night or in the morning?
You can take Arachitol 6L Injection at any time of the day, morning or night. However, there is limited information available about the best time to take Arachitol 6L Injection. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor. However, if not sure, consult your doctor.
Q. How is Arachitol 6L Injection administered?
Arachitol 6L Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Arachitol 6L Injection.
Q. Who should not take Arachitol 6L Injection?
Arachitol 6L Injection should not be taken by patients who are allergic to cholecalciferol, patients with increased levels of calcium in the blood or if there is presence of calcium in the urine. Its use should be avoided by patients who have kidney stones or have severe kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking Arachitol 6L Injection.
Q. What happens if I take too much Arachitol 6L Injection?
Taking too much Arachitol 6L Injection for a long period of time may increase the levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcemia). This may cause weakness, fatigue, vomiting, diarrhea, sluggishness, kidney stones, increased blood pressure and growth retardation in children. If you experience any such symptoms consult your doctor.
Q. How much Vitamin D3 should I take daily?
Arachitol 6L Injection is a form of vitamin D which is used as a supplement in patients with vitamin D deficiency. The daily requirement of Vitamin D3 is 4000 IU/day. Since your diet may not be able to meet the daily requirement of Vitamin D3, therefore you may need 1000 - 3000 IU/day of supplements of Vitamin D3.
Q. What happens if Vitamin D3 is low?
Low levels of Vitamin D3 may cause rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults. Vitamin D deficiency may also increase the risk of diabetes mellitus 1, high blood pressure, depression, some cancers and osteoporosis.
