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Hytakerol - Dihydrotachysterol (dht) - Oral Brand Drug
General Information
- Below is miscellaneous information regarding Hytakerol.
- DHT, Hytakerol
- dye-HYE-dro-tack-ISS-ter-ohl
Drug Compatibility Recommendations
- Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including.
Hytakerol Storage Instructions
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture, heat and light.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
- Do not freeze liquid forms of this medication.
Usage Instructions
- This medication is taken by mouth.
- Carefully measure the liquid doses using the dropper provided or a marked medication spoon.
- Do not take this medication with mineral oil or magnesium containing antacids which may reduce its effects.
Hytakerol Miscellaneous Notes
- Foods rich in vitamin D include.
Read Before Using Hytakerol (precautions)
- Tell your doctor if you have.
Possible Side Effects
- This medication is generally well tolerated.
- However, it may cause nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, diarrhea, stomach pain, thirst, weakness, headache, bone pain, dry mouth or increased urination.
- Notify your doctor if you experience any of these effects while taking this medication.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Medicinal Applications
- This is a form of vitamin D, a fat-soluble vitamin stored in the body.
- Vitamin D is necessary for normal bone development.
- This medication is used to treat certain types of muscle cramps (tetany) and to regulate parathyroid hormone in persons with hypoparathyroidism.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include weakness, headache, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, dizziness, and ringing in the ears.
What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose.
- Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.