Desunin

What is Desunin?

Desunin is a treatment or supplement, which can provide vitamin D to you if you want to prevent your levels from dropping, or if you have a condition where severely low levels of vitamin D have given you bone problems.

Vitamin D is one of the essential vitamins and minerals that our bodies need to function properly. It’s vital for healthy bones, teeth and muscles. Low levels are associated with everything from bone deformities to depression.

How does Desunin work?

Desunin contains colecalciferol (vitamin D3) which works to increase the amount of calcium and phosphate in your body to keep it working properly.

Using supplements to keep vitamin D levels from dropping during those dark months can help you to maintain your health. It can also treat conditions where severe vitamin D deficiency has set in, such as certain bone conditions.

What doses of Desunin are there?

Desunin is available at Treated in two dosages: 800 IU and 4,000 IU. Desunin 800 IU is used for prevention and 4,000 IU as a treatment for severely low vitamin D deficiency. All dosages are only available on prescription and their use will need to be monitored by your prescribing clinician.

How to take Desunin

Desunin is usually taken daily. If you’re taking the higher dosage to treat vitamin D deficiency, then you will need to take it 1-4 times daily for a few weeks, followed by 1-2 daily doses of the lower, maintenance dose. If you are just taking Desunin to maintain healthy levels of vitamin D, then you will usually only need to take 1 or 2 daily doses. You should always take Desunin as instructed by our clinician. If you’re unsure, let your prescriber know. Desunin comes in tablet form, which should be swallowed with water. It’s recommended that you take Desunin with a meal in order to get the best out of it.

How long does it take Desunin to work?

The length of time it will take to feel the benefits of Desunin will depend on your current vitamin D levels, and the dosage that you take. It can take a few weeks to recover from vitamin D deficiency.

What should I do if I make a mistake when taking Desunin?

Although Desunin isn’t toxic, it can be life threatening if you take too much of it. This is unlikely to be an issue unless the dosage in question is particularly high, but you should seek medical advice if you’re worried you have taken too much. If you happen to forget to take Desunin, and miss a dose - then don’t panic. Just wait until your next normal dose, and don’t double up to make up for it.