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What is Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))? Ergocalciferol is vitamin D2. Vitamin D is important for the absorption of calcium from the stomach and for the functioning of calcium in the body.
Ergocalciferol is used to treat hypoparathyroidism (decreased functioning of the parathyroid glands). Ergocalciferol is also used to treat rickets (softening of the bones caused by vitamin D deficiency) or low levels of phosphate in the blood (hypophosphatemia).
Ergocalciferol may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide. Generic: Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2)
General What class of treatment is Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))?
How much does Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2)) cost? What conditions or indications might Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2)) treat?
Side Effects What are the possible side effects of Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))?
Interactions What other drugs affect Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))?
What should I avoid while taking Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))? Dosage
How should I take Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))? What happens if I overdose on Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))?
What happens if I miss a dose of Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))? Important Information
What is the most important information I should know about Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))? What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))?
Where can I get more information regarding Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))? What class of treatment is Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))?
Category: Nutritional Products / Vitamins Type: Prescription / Over the counter
How much does Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2)) cost?
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$ $ $ $ $ CostThe cost rating is based on the average wholesale price for a drug. The average wholesale price is the suggested selling price for a drug, much like the sticker price on a car. Insurance companies often use this cost as the basis for drug reimbursement. This price does not reflect what you would pay for a drug if covered by your prescription benefit plan. For the ratings system, dollar signs are used to indicate the following price range categories: $ = < $25, $$ = $25 to $49, $$$ = $50 to $99, $$$$ = $100 to $199, and $$$$$ = > $200. Average reported monthly cost: Average reported monthly cost
When rating treatments, users are asked to let us know if their insurance covered the treatment and what their estimated monthly out of pocket cost was. We have rolled all of these cost reports up and averaged them out to provide this number. This is intended to help you understand what people are paying for this treatment on average with or without insurance coverage. Revolution visitors with insurance: Not available Revolution visitors without insurance: Not available
Buy Now at our Revolution Health Store What conditions or indications might Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2)) treat?
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User ratings (effectiveness) Hypoparathyroidism
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Hypophosphatemia
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Nutritional Supplementation
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Osteomalacia
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Psoriasis User submitted for this condition
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Vitamin D for Psoriasis (Other options) Rickets
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Vitamin D Deficiency 7.66667
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Osteoporosis
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Renal Osteodystrophy
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Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS; CFIDS; M.E.) User submitted for this condition
7.53846 7.5Read all 6 ratingsBased on scale of 0 to 10
Vitamin D for Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS; CFIDS; M.E.) (Other options) Depression
User submitted for this condition 7.33333
7.3Read all 2 ratingsBased on scale of 0 to 10 Vitamin D for Depression (Other options)
Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) User submitted for this condition
6.92857 6.9Read all 7 ratingsBased on scale of 0 to 10
Vitamin D for Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) (Other options) Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
User submitted for this condition 7.22222
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Hypocalcemia
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Irritable bowel syndrome - Alternating (IBS-A) User submitted for this condition
6.125 6.1Read all 1 ratingsBased on scale of 0 to 10
Vitamin D for Irritable bowel syndrome - Alternating (IBS-A) (Other options) Lupus
User submitted for this condition 7.375
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Lyme Disease User submitted for this condition
6.125 6.1Read all 1 ratingsBased on scale of 0 to 10
Vitamin D for Lyme Disease (Other options) Multiple sclerosis - Relapsing-remitting (RRMS)
User submitted for this condition 7.54545
7.5Read all 4 ratingsBased on scale of 0 to 10 Vitamin D for Multiple sclerosis - Relapsing-remitting (RRMS) (Other options)
Premenstrual Syndrome 7.25
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Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation
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What are the possible side effects of Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))? Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop taking ergocalciferol and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as: thinking problems, changes in behavior, feeling irritable
urinating more than usual chest pain, feeling short of breath; or
early signs of vitamin D overdose (weakness, metallic taste in your mouth, weight loss, muscle or bone pain, constipation, nausea, and vomiting) This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.
What other drugs affect Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))? Before taking ergocalciferol, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:
sucralfate (Carafate) mineral oil (sometimes taken as a laxative)
seizure medication steroids (prednisone and others)
digoxin (digitalis, Lanoxin); or a diuretic (water pill) such as chlorothiazide (Diuril), hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ, HydroDiuril, Hyzaar, Lopressor, Vasoretic, Zestoretic), chlorthalidone (Hygroton, Thalitone), indapamide (Lozol), metolazone (Mykrox, Zaroxolyn), and others
This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with ergocalciferol. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor. What should I avoid while taking Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))?
Do not take other vitamin or mineral supplements unless your doctor has told you to. Avoid using calcium supplements or antacids without your doctor's advice. Use only the specific type of supplement or antacid your doctor recommends.
How should I take Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))? Take this medication exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication. Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. You may also need x-rays. Do not miss any scheduled appointments. Ergocalciferol is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include other medications and a special diet. It is very important to follow the medication and diet plan created for you by your doctor or nutrition counselor. You should become very familiar with the list of foods you must eat or avoid to help control your condition.
Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture, light, and heat. What happens if I overdose on Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))?
Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. An overdose of vitamin D can cause serious or life-threatening side effects. Overdose symptoms may include headache, weakness, drowsiness, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, constipation, muscle or bone pain, metallic taste in the mouth, weight loss, itchy skin, changes in heart rate, loss of interest in sex, confusion, unusual thoughts or behavior, feeling unusually hot, severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back, or fainting.
What happens if I miss a dose of Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))? Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
What is the most important information I should know about Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))? Do not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to vitamin D, or if you have high levels of calcium or vitamin D in your blood, or if you have any condition that makes it hard for your body to absorb nutrients from food (malabsorption).
Before taking ergocalciferol, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs or dyes, or if you have heart disease, coronary artery disease, kidney disease, or an electrolyte imbalance. Do not take other vitamin or mineral supplements unless your doctor has told you to.
Avoid using calcium supplements or antacids without your doctor's advice. Use only the specific type of supplement or antacid your doctor recommends. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor. Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. An overdose of vitamin D can cause serious or life-threatening side effects.
Overdose symptoms may include headache, weakness, drowsiness, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, constipation, muscle or bone pain, metallic taste in the mouth, weight loss, itchy skin, changes in heart rate, loss of interest in sex, confusion, unusual thoughts or behavior, feeling unusually hot, severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back, or fainting. What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))?
Do not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to vitamin D, or if you have: high levels of calcium in your blood (hypercalcemia)
high levels of vitamin D in your body (hypervitaminosis D); or any condition that makes it hard for your body to absorb nutrients from food (malabsorption)
Before taking ergocalciferol, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs or dyes, or if you have: heart disease
coronary artery disease kidney disease; or
an electrolyte imbalance If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take this medication.
FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Ergocalciferol passes into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
What warnings do you have for Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))? The following warnings are available for this medication:
Where can I get more information regarding Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2))? Your pharmacist can provide more information about ergocalciferol.
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