Generic Name: cholecalciferol 

Vitamin D3 is needed for normal absorption of calcium and phosphorus, which is further utilized for development and maintenance of bones and teeth. This makes bones stronger and reduces risk for bone fractures.  Vitamin D3 also has a role in ones nerve, muscle, and immune systems.

People who might need extra vitamin D3 include

•  Older adult
•  Breastfed infants
•  People with dark skin
•  People with certain conditions, such as liver diseases, cystic fibrosis and Crohn's disease
•  People who have obesity or have had gastric bypass surgery

Symptoms of vitamin D3 deficiency include bone pain, muscle weakness, fatigue, and mood changes. Vitamin D3 is used for treating osteoporosis, rickets, osteomalacia, renal osteodystrophy and hypoparathyroidism.

•   nausea
•       vomiting
•         constipation
•         weight loss
•        weakness
•         increased calcium levels (hypercalcemia)

May cause allergic reactions or other problems if contain inactive ingredients such as peanut/soy. Pregnant women or Breastfeeding mothers need to consult their doctors before taking Vitamin D3 supplements.

• Zinc is a naturally occurring mineral. Zinc is important for growth and for the development and health of body tissues.
• Zinc gluconate is used to treat and to prevent zinc deficiency.
• Lack of zinc may lead to poor night vision and wound-healing, a decrease in sense of taste and smell, a reduced ability to fight infections, and poor development of reproductive organs.

• Zinc supplements are used to prevent or treat zinc deficiency.
• The body needs zinc for normal growth and health.
• For patients who are unable to get enough zinc in their regular diet or who have a need for more zinc, zinc supplements may be necessary.

Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

• Rare
• Chills
• Continuing ulcers or sores in mouth or throat
• Fever
• Heartburn
• Indigestion
• Nausea
• Sore throat
• Unusual tiredness or weakness

Symptoms of overdose

• Chest pain
• Dizziness
• Fainting
• Shortness of breath
• Vomiting
• Yellow eyes or skin

• Avoid taking this medication with foods that are high in calcium or phosphorus, which can make it harder for your body to absorb zinc gluconate.
• Zinc gluconate can make certain antibiotics less effective.