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Ergocalciferol, also known as vitamin D2, is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in calcium and phosphorus metabolism, essential for maintaining healthy bones and teeth.
Ergocalciferol, also known as vitamin D2, is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in maintaining bone health and calcium homeostasis. It is often used in compounded formulations to address deficiencies and support the treatment of conditions such as osteoporosis, rickets, and hypoparathyroidism.
As an essential nutrient, ergocalciferol aids in the absorption of calcium and phosphorus from the gastrointestinal tract, which is vital for the development and maintenance of healthy bones and teeth. It is particularly beneficial for patients who have limited exposure to sunlight or dietary intake of vitamin D.
In clinical practice, ergocalciferol is frequently prescribed to manage vitamin D deficiency, which can lead to weakened bones and increased risk of fractures. Its efficacy in improving bone mineral density and reducing the risk of falls in older adults makes it a valuable component in therapeutic regimens.
Ergocalciferol is metabolized in the liver to 25-hydroxyergocalciferol, which is then converted in the kidneys to its active form, 1,25-dihydroxyergocalciferol. This active form is responsible for its biological effects, including the regulation of calcium and phosphate metabolism.
When considering ergocalciferol for treatment, it is important for healthcare providers to monitor serum calcium and phosphate levels to avoid potential complications such as hypercalcemia. Proper dosing and patient-specific considerations are essential to maximize therapeutic outcomes and minimize adverse effects.
Each of these is compounded to order at our Warwick, Rhode Island pharmacy and requires a prescription.
We do not have a patient page for this ingredient yet. That does not mean we cannot make it. Bayview compounds this ingredient to a prescriber's order, and our full compounding formulary lists every preparation we make. Viewing the formulary requires a prescriber account.
Prescriber sign inA sample of preparations from our formulary. Strengths and dose forms are customised to the prescription.
Other salt forms of this molecule, and ingredients commonly compounded alongside it.
This page describes an active pharmaceutical ingredient, not a finished drug product. Bayview Pharmacy compounds preparations containing it only on a prescriber's order for an individual patient.
Compounded preparations are not FDA-approved, and the FDA has not evaluated them for safety, effectiveness, or manufacturing quality. Nothing on this page is a claim that any preparation is effective for any condition.
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Our pharmacists work with prescribers to build preparations around a patient's dose, form and tolerances. Ask us what is possible with this ingredient.
