Tayo 60K – Strip of 8 Tablets

Description

Tayo 60K (Cholecalciferol 60,000 IU Tablets – Strip of 8

1. Generic & Brand Information

• Generic Name: Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3)

• Brand Name: Tayo 60K

• Manufacturer: Eris Lifesciences

2. Composition

• Active Ingredient:

  • Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) IP → 60,000 IU per tablet

• Excipients

  • Binders (microcrystalline cellulose)

  • Disintegrants (croscarmellose sodium)

  • Lubricants (magnesium stearate)

  • Coating agents (hypromellose)

3. Dosage Form & Pack Size

• Form: Oral tablets (film-coated, easy to swallow)

• Pack: Strip of 8 tablets (common for 2-month course)

4. Indications (Medical Uses)

✔ Severe Vitamin D deficiency (<10 ng/mL)
✔ Osteoporosis/Osteomalacia (bone softening in adults)
✔ Rickets prevention/treatment (in children)
✔ Hypocalcemia management
✔ Patients with malabsorption disorders

5. Dosage & Administration

Standard Adult Dosage:

• Loading Phase (Deficiency):

  • 1 tablet (60,000 IU) weekly for 6-8 weeks

• Maintenance Phase:

  • 1 tablet monthly (or as prescribed)

Pediatric Use (only if prescribed):

• Rickets: 60,000 IU every 2-6 weeks (adjusted by weight)

Administration Tips:

• Swallow whole with water

• Best taken with fatty food (milk, nuts, or yogurt) for optimal absorption

6. Side Effects

⚠ Hypercalcemia symptoms (if overused):

• Nausea, vomiting, constipation, excessive thirst
  ⚠ Rare allergic reactions: Rash, itching
  ⚠ Mild GI disturbances in sensitive individuals

7. Precautions & Warnings

• Do not use if:

  • You have hypercalcemia or kidney stones

  • Diagnosed with sarcoidosis/histoplasmosis

• Regular monitoring required for:

  • Serum calcium

  • Vitamin D levels (target 30-50 ng/mL)

  • Renal function (in long-term use)

8. Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C

• Protect from light and moisture

• Keep in original packaging

9. Manufacturer & Availability

• Prescription status: Prescription-only in most markets

• Common alternatives: D-Rise 60K, Calcirol 60K

Key Advantages of Tayo 60K

• Cost-effective (strip of 8 provides 2-month therapy)

• Stable formulation (excipients ensure proper disintegration)

• No refrigeration needed