D-3-5

• It is used to treat or prevent vitamin D deficiency.

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

• Store at room temperature. Do not freeze.
• Protect from light.
• Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom.
• Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.
• Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs.

Applies to cholecalciferol: oral capsule, oral capsule liquid filled, oral solution, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable, oral wafer

Along with its needed effects, cholecalciferol (the active ingredient contained in D3-5) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking cholecalciferol:

• Cough
• difficulty swallowing
• dizziness
• fast heartbeat
• hives or itching
• puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
• skin rash
• tightness in the chest
• unusual tiredness or weakness

Applies to cholecalciferol: compounding crystal, oral capsule, oral liquid, oral solution, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable, oral tablet disintegrating, oral wafer

Metabolic

Metabolic side effects have included hypercalcemia.[Ref]

Renal

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Hypercalciuria[Ref]

Dermatologic

Rare (less than 0.1%): Pruritus, rash, urticaria[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

Frequency not reported: Hypersensitivity reactions such as angioedema or laryngeal edema[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Frequency not reported: Nausea, vomiting[Ref]

Some side effects of D3-5 may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.