Description

• General description: This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia. For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia. Colecalciferol is a fat soluble vitamin, which participates in the calcium and phosphate metabolism. It is sourced either through the diet or by exposing skin to ultraviolet rays. Oral administration of vitamin D3 is readily absorbed and is stored in adipose tissue.
• Application: Colecalciferol BP Reference standard, intended for use in laboratory tests only as specifically prescribed in the British Pharmacopoeia. Also used in monographs such as:Alendronic Acid and Colecalciferol TabletsColecalciferol InjectionPaediatric Vitamins A, C and D Oral DropsColecalciferol TabletsCalcium and Colecalciferol Chewable TabletsCalcium and Ergocalciferol TabletsCalcium and Ergocalciferol Chewable TabletsErgocalciferol TabletsCalcium and Colecalciferol Tablets
• Biochem/physiol Actions: Vitamin D acts through a receptor that is a member of the ligand-dependent transcription factor superfamily. Modulates the proliferation and differentiation of both normal and cancer cells. Has antiproliferative and antimetastatic effects on breast, colon, and prostate cancer cells. Activated vitamin D receptors in intestine and bone maintain calcium absorbance and homeostasis.
• Packaging: Unit quantity: 500 mg. Subject to change. The product is delivered as supplied by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. For the current unit quantity please visit British Pharmacopoeia
• Other Notes: Sales restrictions may apply.