Drug reference
dihydrotachysterol
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Drug class
Musculoskeletal (Vit D Preparations)
Mechanism of action
Dihydrotachysterol is effective in the elevation of serum calcium by stimulating intestinal calcium absorption and mobilizing bone calcium in the absence of parathyroid hormone and of functioning renal tissue. Dihydrotachysterol also increases renal phosphate excretion.
Common side effects
- Dry mouth
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Bone pain, hard lumps under your skin
- Eyes that are more sensitive to light;
- Metallic taste in your mouth
- Dry Skin
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is dihydrotachysterol?
dihydrotachysterol belongs to: Musculoskeletal.
How does dihydrotachysterol work?
Dihydrotachysterol is effective in the elevation of serum calcium by stimulating intestinal calcium absorption and mobilizing bone calcium in the absence of parathyroid hormone and of functioning renal tissue. Dihydrotachysterol also increases renal phosphate excretion.
What are the common side effects of dihydrotachysterol?
Dry mouth, Vomiting, Nausea, Bone pain, hard lumps under your skin, Eyes that are more sensitive to light;, Metallic taste in your mouth, Dry Skin
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