Elape D3 Granules

Yes, Elape D3 Granules contains cholecalciferol which is a secosteroid and it acts as a hormone precursor. It is a prescription drug that is used in the management of diseases that results from vitamin D deficiency such as rickets. It should not be confused with anabolic-androgenic steroids which are used by some bodybuilders, without prescription to build muscle mass.

Yes, Elape D3 Granules can cause metallic taste because this drug alters your sensory bud (Responsible for taste) on the tongue. It is a common side effect of this drug. This effect goes away after discontinuation of the drug. If it persists even after the discontinuation of the drug, then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Elape D3 Granules contains cholecalciferol also known as vitamin D3. It works by restoring the normal levels of vitamin D3 in the body which promotes the calcium and phosphate absorption in the intestine and its retention from the kidneys. Normally, vitamin D3 comes from dietary sources and it is also synthesized in the skin by sunlight. It plays multiple roles in our bodies such as maintaining normal levels of calcium in the body through its absorption in the intestine and its retention by the kidneys. In case of malabsorption states, the body is not able to absorb this vital nutrient from the small intestine and also in case of liver diseases vitamin D3 is not converted into its active form by the liver which leads to its deficiency. Due to this, its normal levels are not available in the body and the roles played by vitamin D3 are affected. Elape D3 Granules restores the optimum levels of vitamin D3 in the body which helps in treating its deficiency.

Usually, Elape D3 Granules is given for 2 - 4 weeks which may vary from case to case basis depending on the age, gender, and diagnosis of the patient. You are advised take it as per your doctor's advice. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed as the excess of a vitamin can also cause hypervitaminosis D (high levels of vitamin D) in our body that can lead to unpleasant side effects such as high blood pressure, increased heart rate, and fatigue.

Yes, Elape D3 Granules is helpful in the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis (causes weak bone). Elape D3 Granules works in osteoporosis by increasing the calcium concentration in our body through its intestinal absorption and retention from kidneys which helps in making bones stronger.