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Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol )

McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol ) is a Vitamin/Steroid hormone Small molecule drug developed by McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre. It is currently FDA-approved for Vitamin D deficiency, Hypocalcemia, Hypoparathyroidism. Also known as: DIN number 00821772, (Cholecalciferol ), osavidin.

Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) is converted in the body to its active form, calcitriol, which regulates calcium and phosphate homeostasis and modulates immune function.

Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) is converted in the body to its active form, calcitriol, which regulates calcium and phosphate homeostasis and modulates immune function. Used for Vitamin D deficiency, Hypocalcemia, Hypoparathyroidism.

At a glance

Generic nameVitamin D (Cholecalciferol )
Also known asDIN number 00821772, (Cholecalciferol ), osavidin
SponsorMcGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre
Drug classVitamin/Steroid hormone
TargetVitamin D receptor (VDR)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaEndocrinology, Immunology, Bone Health
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Cholecalciferol is a fat-soluble vitamin that undergoes hydroxylation in the liver to 25-hydroxyvitamin D, then in the kidneys to the active hormone 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D (calcitriol). Calcitriol binds to the vitamin D receptor (VDR) in target tissues to regulate intestinal calcium absorption, bone mineralization, and immune cell differentiation and function.

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Frequently asked questions about Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol )

What is Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol )?

Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol ) is a Vitamin/Steroid hormone drug developed by McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, indicated for Vitamin D deficiency, Hypocalcemia, Hypoparathyroidism.

How does Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol ) work?

Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) is converted in the body to its active form, calcitriol, which regulates calcium and phosphate homeostasis and modulates immune function.

What is Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol ) used for?

Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol ) is indicated for Vitamin D deficiency, Hypocalcemia, Hypoparathyroidism, Osteomalacia, Rickets.

Who makes Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol )?

Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol ) is developed and marketed by McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (see full McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre pipeline at /company/mcgill-university-health-centre-research-institute-of-the-mcgill-university-heal).

Is Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol ) also known as anything else?

Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol ) is also known as DIN number 00821772, (Cholecalciferol ), osavidin.

What drug class is Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol ) in?

Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol ) belongs to the Vitamin/Steroid hormone class. See all Vitamin/Steroid hormone drugs at /class/vitamin-steroid-hormone.

What development phase is Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol ) in?

Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol ) is FDA-approved (marketed).

What are the side effects of Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol )?

Common side effects of Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol ) include Hypercalcemia, Hypercalciuria, Nausea, Vomiting, Constipation, Weakness.

What does Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol ) target?

Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol ) targets Vitamin D receptor (VDR) and is a Vitamin/Steroid hormone.

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