Does ergocalciferol come in liquid form?

Ergocalciferol Overview This medication comes in capsule form and liquid forms, and is typically taken once a day, with or without food. There are no common side effects in taking ergocalciferol reported.

Can ergocalciferol be crushed?

Take ergocalciferol exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the capsules whole; do not chew or crush them.

Does ergocalciferol dissolve in water?

It is insoluble in water and soluble in most organic solvents; solubility at 7°C is 69.5 g/l in acetone. It is slightly soluble in vegetable oils.

How is ergocalciferol supplied?

Each softgel, for oral administration, contains Ergocalciferol (ergocalciferol) , USP 1.25 mg (equivalent to 50,000 USP units of Vitamin D), in an edible vegetable oil.

Is there liquid vitamin D2?

Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.

How do you take ergocalciferol?

It may be best to take ergocalciferol after a meal, but you may take ergocalciferol with or without food. Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). You will need frequent medical tests.

How do you take liquid vitamin D drops?

Adults and adolescents: Drop the liquid directly into the mouth or mix it with food or other liquids (eg, water or juice). Children 2 years of age and older: Drop the liquid directly into the mouth, mix it with food or other liquids (eg, water or juice), or take it from a spoon.

Is ergocalciferol the same as vitamin D?

Vitamin D (D2—ergocalciferol) is a vitamin D supplement available in both prescription and over-the-counter formulations. It is available in oral tablets and capsules, as well as an oral solution. Vitamin D2 comes from plant sources and is the most common form of vitamin D found in fortified foods.

Is ergocalciferol covered by Medicare?

Do Medicare prescription drug plans cover ergocalciferol? No. In general, Medicare prescription drug plans (Part D) do not cover this drug.

Is vitamin D better in pill or liquid form?

In conclusion, our results show that vitamin D administered as oil drops was equally effective as powdered tablets in raising S-25-OHD concentrations. This is an important finding with clinical implications.

What are the ingredients in ergocalciferol?

Each softgel, for oral administration, contains Ergocalciferol, USP 1,250 mcg (equivalent to 50,000 USP units of Vitamin D), in an edible vegetable oil. Inactive Ingredients: Refined soybean oil, gelatin, glycerin, purified water, D&C Yellow #10, and FD&C Blue #1.

How much ergocalciferol is in a screw top bottle?

Each 60 mL polycarbonate screw top bottle contains 60 mL ergocalciferol in a propylene glycol base (0.2 mg ergocalciferol per mL). Store at 20˚-25˚ C (68˚-77˚F); excursion permitted between 15˚-30˚ C (59˚-86˚ F).

Each mL contains 8000 IU (0.2 mg) of ergocalciferol (Vitamin D 2) dissolved in propylene glycol. 400 IU daily to be taken orally using the supplied pre-measured syringe. Submerge the tip of the syringe into the liquid, pull plunger back to bring the liquid to the 400 IU mark, and dispense into mouth. DO NOT FILL SYRINGE ENTIRELY.

What is ergocalciferol capsules used for?

ERGOCALCIFEROL CAPSULES, USP, is a synthetic calcium regulator for oral administration. Ergocalciferol is a white, colorless crystal, insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents, and slightly soluble in vegetable oils. It is affected by air and by light. Ergosterol or provitamin D 2 is found in plants and yeast and has no antirachitic activity.