Swallow with a full glass (8 oz) of water unless your doctor gives you different instructions.
You may take with food to prevent stomach upset.
Store at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not keep in the bathroom.
If you forget to take a dose on time, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, do not take the missed dose. Return to your normal schedule. Do not take 2 doses at one time.
Drug interactions can change how medicines work or increase risk for side effects. Tell your health care providers about all medicines taken. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist before starting or stopping any medicine.
Speak with your doctor or pharmacist before starting any other vitamins.
Keep all appointments for medical exams and tests while on this medicine.
Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.
Do not use the medication any more than instructed.
Tell the doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant, or breastfeeding.
This medicine passes into breast milk. Ask your doctor before breastfeeding.
Some medicines used to treat high cholesterol (cholestyramine, colestipol) can reduce the absorption of this medicine. Space doses at least 4-6 hours apart.
Before taking vitamins that contain folic acid, make sure your doctor knows if you have a Vit B12 deficiency.
Do not share this medicine with anyone who has not been prescribed this medicine.
Information about Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)/Folic Acid Oral Capsule (VITAMIN D/FOLIC ACID - ORAL)
Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:
decreased appetite
changes in memory, mood, or thinking
constipation
nausea and vomiting
excessive thirst
unusual or unexplained tiredness or weakness
increased urinary frequency
A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.
Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This document tells you briefly how to take your medicine, but it does not tell you all there is to know about it. Your doctor or pharmacist may give you other documents about your medicine. Please talk to them if you have any questions. Always follow their advice.
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