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DSoft Capsule 1000IU
DSoft Capsule 1000IU

DSoft Capsule 1000IU

Generic Name: Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) 1000IU

Capsule Prescription Required
Manufacturer HSI
Formula Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) 1000IU

Price

PKR 350

per pack

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About DSoft Capsule 1000IU

Cholecalciferol 1000IU softgel capsule to treat and prevent vitamin D deficiency.

DSoft Capsule 1000IU Uses

  • Treats and prevents vitamin D deficiency, common across Pakistan due to limited sun exposure
  • Supports calcium absorption for stronger bones and teeth
  • Helps maintain muscle function and reduce bone related pain
  • Used alongside calcium supplements for bone health in older adults

DSoft Capsule 1000IU Benefits

  • Supports healthy bone density and reduces the risk of fractures over time
  • Improves calcium absorption from the diet
  • Softgel form allows easy absorption compared to some tablet forms
  • Convenient once daily dosing for ongoing supplementation

What Experts Say

Cholecalciferol is the same form of vitamin D that the skin naturally produces from sunlight. It works by helping the intestines absorb calcium and phosphorus, minerals that are essential for building and maintaining strong bones.

Vitamin D deficiency is unusually common in Pakistan, even in a sunny country, largely because of covering clothing, limited outdoor time, and indoor lifestyles in cities like Karachi and Lahore. Doctors often recommend a daily low dose supplement like DSoft 1000IU for general maintenance, reserving higher weekly or monthly doses for confirmed severe deficiency.

Blood testing before starting long term supplementation helps doctors choose the right dose. Taking DSoft with a meal that contains some fat improves how well the body absorbs it, since vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin.

Drug Class

  • Vitamin D supplement
  • Fat soluble vitamin
  • Bone health agent

DSoft Capsule 1000IU Uses in Urdu

  • وٹامن ڈی کی کمی کا علاج اور روک تھام کرتا ہے جو پاکستان میں عام ہے
  • کیلشیم جذب کرنے میں مدد دے کر ہڈیوں کو مضبوط بناتا ہے
  • پٹھوں کی کارکردگی بہتر بنانے میں مددگار ہے
  • بڑی عمر کے افراد میں ہڈیوں کی صحت کے لیے کیلشیم کے ساتھ استعمال ہوتا ہے

DSoft Capsule 1000IU formula

  • Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) 1000IU

Available forms

  • Capsule

How to use DSoft Capsule 1000IU?

  • Take one capsule daily, or as directed by your doctor
  • Take with a meal containing some fat for better absorption
  • Swallow the capsule whole with water, do not chew it
  • Take at the same time each day to build a consistent habit
  • Continue for the duration your doctor recommends, based on your vitamin D levels

Drug Interactions

  • Thiazide Diuretics: Combining can raise blood calcium levels to an unsafe degree.
  • Corticosteroids: Steroid medicines can reduce how well the body uses vitamin D.
  • Anti Seizure Medicines: Drugs like phenytoin can lower vitamin D effectiveness over time.
  • Digoxin: High calcium levels from excess vitamin D can increase the risk of digoxin related heart problems.

Risks and warnings

  • Excess Dosing: Taking more than recommended over long periods can lead to high calcium levels in the blood.
  • Kidney Disease: Patients with kidney problems should use vitamin D supplements only under medical supervision.
  • Hypercalcemia History: Avoid use if you have a history of high blood calcium levels.
  • Other Supplements: Combining with high dose calcium supplements without guidance can raise the risk of excess calcium.

DSoft Capsule 1000IU Side Effects

  • Nausea (uncommon at normal doses)
  • Constipation
  • Headache
  • Loss of appetite with high doses
  • Weakness with very high doses
  • Increased thirst or urination with excess intake

Storage Conditions

  • Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place
  • Keep the capsules in their original pack away from direct sunlight
  • Protect from moisture and excess heat
  • Keep out of reach of children

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of DSoft Capsule 1000IU in Pakistan?

The DSoft Capsule 1000IU price in Pakistan is Rs. 350

What is DSoft Capsule 1000IU used for?

DSoft Capsule 1000IU is used in the following conditions:
  • Vitamin D deficiency
  • Bone health support
  • Calcium absorption
  • Muscle function support

What is DSoft Capsule 1000IU composed of?

DSoft Capsule 1000IU is composed of:
  • Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) 1000IU

Do you need a prescription to buy DSoft Capsule 1000IU?

To buy DSoft Capsule 1000IU you must have a prescription signed by your doctor.