I'm dealing with a Vitamin D3 deficiency and my doctor prescribed some Vitamin D3 capsules from Mankind that I'm supposed to take weekly. But after taking them, I've been feeling like my head is heavier and I'm constantly thirsty. Is it normal to feel this way? Could there be a problem with how I'm taking them, or is there a better way to boost my Vitamin D3 levels quickly? Any advice would be great.

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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For a 20mm kidney stone, medication alone may not be effective.

Consult your urologist or nephrologist for alternative treatment options.

They may recommend:

Alpha-blockers (e.g., Tamsulosin) to help pass the stone

Potassium citrate to help dissolve the stone

Pain management medication (e.g., analgesics)

Surgical options, such as lithotripsy or ureteroscopy, may also be considered.

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I'm really worried about my vitamin D and calcium levels. I've been feeling off lately and I'm concerned it might be a deficiency. Could you recommend a good supplement for both? I'm also wondering what signs or symptoms I should look out for that might indicate these deficiencies.

Calcium deficiency would cause joint pains, muscle cramps, weakness,you can take Shelkal 500 once daily and Vit bio D3 once a week as supplements

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Could you advise on the correct dosage of vitamin D I should be taking and how often I need to take it? I want to make sure I'm doing it right.

The recommended dose of vitamin D varies depending on age, deficiency level, and health status; generally, 600-800 IUday is recommended for adults, 1,000-2,000 IUday for deficient individuals, and 2,000-5,000 IUday for severe deficiencies; take vitamin D supplements with a fatty meal, preferably breakfast, and consider the following dosing schedules: - Mild deficiency: 600-800 IUday for 1-3 months - Moderate deficiency: 1,000-2,000 IUday for 3-6 months - Severe deficiency: 2,000-5,000 IUday for 6-12 months

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