choleferol sachet - Vitamin D3 (60000IU) medicine

choleferol sachet

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๐Ÿญ Ankyl Earth Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 21, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 21, 2026

What is choleferol sachet used for?

Arachitol 6L Injection (Cholecalciferol) is used to treat VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS. It contains Vitamin D3 (60000IU), which Increases intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphate, promotes renal tubular. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Cholecalciferol
  • Manufacturer: Ankyl Earth Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
๐Ÿ’ก Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.

๐Ÿ’Š choleferol sachet Uses & Benefits

Vitamin D deficiency, Hypoparathyroidism, Renal osteodystrophy, Osteoporosis (as adjunct), Rickets, Osteomalacia

Off-label uses: Psoriasis, Autoimmune diseases, Cancer prevention (not well established)

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Cholecalciferol
Brand NameArachitol 6L Injection
ManufacturerAnkyl Earth Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassVITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action ClassVitamins
Route of AdministrationIntramuscular injection
StorageStore at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionRapidly absorbed after intramuscular injection
DistributionDistributed widely in body tissues, stored in liver and fat
Protein BindingApproximately 50-80% bound to vitamin D-binding protein
MetabolismHydroxylated in liver to 25-hydroxyvitamin D3, then in kidney to active form 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3
Half-LifeApproximately 19-48 hours for cholecalciferol; 15-40 days for 25-hydroxyvitamin D3
ExcretionExcreted primarily in bile and feces; small amount in urine
Bioavailability100% (intramuscular administration)
Onset of ActionSeveral hours to days
Peak Plasma Time7-14 days after injection
Duration of ActionSeveral weeks to months

How It Works

Increases intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphate, promotes renal tubular reabsorption of calcium, and stimulates bone mineralization

Mechanism Steps

1Cholecalciferol is hydroxylated in the liver to 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 (calcifediol)
225-hydroxyvitamin D3 is further hydroxylated in the kidney to 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 (calcitriol), the active form
3Calcitriol binds to vitamin D receptor (VDR) in target tissues

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take choleferol sachet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of choleferol sachet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Hypercalcemia
  • Hypercalciuria
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Weakness

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Severe hypercalcemia
  • Nephrocalcinosis
  • Renal failure
  • Arrhythmias
  • Pancreatitis

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Allergic reactions
  • Metastatic calcification
  • Osteoporosis (with prolonged high doses)

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Thiazide diuretics Major Increased risk of hypercalcemia
Digitalis glycosides Major Increased risk of arrhythmias due to hypercalcemia
Cholestyramine Major Reduced absorption of vitamin D
Corticosteroids Moderate Reduced calcium absorption and vitamin D metabolism
Phenytoin Moderate Increased metabolism of vitamin D

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Thiazide diuretics
  • Digitalis glycosides
  • Cholestyramine
  • Mineral oil
  • Orlistat

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Corticosteroids
  • Phenytoin
  • Phenobarbital
  • Rifampin
  • Calcium supplements

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Magnesium-containing antacids
  • Aluminum-containing antacids

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

High-calcium foods may increase risk of hypercalcemia

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

Chronic alcohol use may reduce vitamin D levels

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypercalcemia, Hypervitaminosis D, Malabsorption syndrome, Severe renal impairment

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Serum calcium, Serum phosphate, 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels, Urinary calcium excretion, Renal function

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; caution advised, monitor infant for hypercalcemia

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Discontinue vitamin D, restrict calcium intake, administer fluids, corticosteroids, and calcitonin if severe

โฐ Missed Dose

Not applicable (single dose injection); follow prescribed schedule for repeat doses

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

โญ User Reviews

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

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