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Vitamin D oily capsules
Vitamin D oily capsules is a Vitamin D analog Small molecule drug developed by University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Treatment and prevention of rickets in children, Treatment and prevention of osteoporosis in adults.
Vitamin D capsules work by regulating calcium levels in the body.
Vitamin D capsules work by regulating calcium levels in the body. Used for Treatment and prevention of rickets in children, Treatment and prevention of osteoporosis in adults.
At a glance
| Generic name | Vitamin D oily capsules |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland |
| Drug class | Vitamin D analog |
| Target | Vitamin D receptor |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Osteoporosis, Rickets |
| Phase | Phase 3 |
Mechanism of action
Vitamin D capsules help the body absorb calcium from food, which is essential for maintaining strong bones and teeth. They also play a role in the regulation of immune cells and the prevention of autoimmune diseases.
Approved indications
- Treatment and prevention of rickets in children
- Treatment and prevention of osteoporosis in adults
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Headache
- Fatigue
Key clinical trials
- Omega-3 Supplementation and Mental Health in College Students (NA)
- VITamin D and OmegA-3 TriaL: Effects on Bone Structure and Architecture (VITAL) (NA)
- VITamin D and OmegA-3 TriaL (VITAL): Fractures, Vitamin D and Genetic Markers (NA)
- VITamin D and OmegA-3 TriaL: Interrelationship of Vitamin D and Vitamin K on Bone (VITAL) (NA)
- Therapeutic Efficacy of Nutritional Supplementation in Cachexia Associated With Chronic Pulmonary Disease (NA)
- Vitamin D and Omega-3 Hypertension Trial (VITAL Hypertension) (NA)
- VITAL-DEP: Depression Endpoint Prevention in the VITamin D and OmegA-3 TriaL (NA)
- Effects of Vitamin D and Marine Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Anemia (NA)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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- Drug class: All Vitamin D analog drugs
- Target: All drugs targeting Vitamin D receptor
- Manufacturer: University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland — full pipeline
- Therapeutic area: All drugs in Osteoporosis, Rickets
- Indication: Drugs for Treatment and prevention of rickets in children
- Indication: Drugs for Treatment and prevention of osteoporosis in adults
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