Futium D3 is a supplement treatment that is commonly prescribed for the treatment and prevention of vitamin D deficiency. Available in the form of a capsule, Fultium D3 contains colecalciferol as its active ingredient. Colecalciferol, also known as vitamin D3 is a subtype of vitamin D which is naturally produced by the skin, but is also found in certain types of food. By using Futium D3, you will ensure that your levels of this important vitamin remain at their optimal levels, thus preventing numerous complications that stem from the lack of vitamin D.
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Why is vitamin D important?
When it comes to vitamin D, the scientific studies indicate that adults should intake at least 10mcg of the substance daily. However, the modern choices of food as well as increase in time we spend indoors, away from the sunlight contributed to the decrease in the measured average daily intake, making vitamin D deficiency a true pandemic. Because of this, medical experts advise people to take 10mcg supplements each day, and especially so during the darker periods of the year during autumn and winter.
Despite the fact that we rarely hear about importance of vitamin D (as compared to some other essential nutrients), this compound actually plays a crucial role in processing and regulating the levels of calcium and phosphate in the organism, contributing to the health of muscles and integrity of bone structure. With this in mind, it comes as no surprise that vitamin D deficiency can lead to osteoporosis and other similar health issues and complications. It is somewhat frightening that vitamin D deficiency is such a widespread condition in the UK. As was mentioned, the lifestyle characteristic of late modernity is much to blame for this.
What causes vitamin D deficiency?
Vitamin D is naturally produced by the body when skin is exposed to ultraviolet B rays that are characteristic for sunlight and this exposure to natural light amounts for a larger part of vitamin D we naturally have in our bodies as the foodstuffs containing it are rather scarce and are not a regular part of the modern diet, although they were more prevalent in the past. These sources include oily fish such as sardines, mackerel and salmon. With our lack of exposure to direct sunlight due to increase in time we spend indoors and our orientation to fatty, fast food, vitamin D deficiency is not that surprising.
While vitamin D deficiency can occur in everyone at any time, there are certain groups which are at risk due to their increased need for vitamin D. The cases involved might include pregnant women, women who are currently breastfeeding as well as young children. In these groups, the body’s natural supplies of vitamin D are often easily depleted or have not been sufficiently built up.
Read more about vitamin D here.
Do I need to use Fultium D3?
The majority of people affected by vitamin D deficiency are not aware of their condition, primarily because it does not cause any symptoms prior to development of complications such as osteoporosis or osteomalacia. Some people can notice tiredness or general malaise as symptoms, but as they are rather general, they will most likely not be associated with vitamin D deficiency.
And while your doctor is the only one that can determine, with a degree of certainty, whether you lack this important vitamin, the good news is that Fultium D3 is not just a supplement – it can also be taken in order to prevent the deficiency at first place. And unless you are an outgoing person from a really sunny part of the world, the chances are high that Fultium D3 will certainly contribute your health and wellbeing, preventing skeletal problems in the future.
Can I buy Fultium D3 online in the UK?
Yes, it is possible to buy Fultium D3 online in the UK and you can do that fairly easily, through any of numerous online clinics operating within the country. All you need to do is consult with the doctor employed at the online clinic – this will usually involve filling in a specialised medical questionnaire that will help the doctor judge your suitability for using this supplement. If everything checks out and it is clear that you can safely use Fultium D3, the doctor will issue a prescription and provide you with instruction on how and for how long should you take the supplement. The issued prescription will be used instantly to have the medication delivered from the partner pharmacy to the address you provided within a timespan determined by the online clinic’s company policy.
How to take Fultium D3?
The instructions on how to take Fultium D3 will be provided by your prescriber and you can also find detailed guidelines in the official patient information leaflet that is issued within every pack of the medicine.
- Always use as directed
- Take the capsules whole with a glass of water; do not chew or break them
- You can take the capsules with or without food
- If you miss a dose, do not double on the next one; just continue with your course as usual
Please note that the brief overview above should not be used as a substitute for the doctor’s advice nor the official information. It is here just for illustrative purposes, so you can get a better idea of what taking Fultium D3 might involve.
What are Fultium D3 side effects?
As a supplement containing an essential vitamin, Fultium D3 will not cause any side effects aside from a highly unlikely hypothetical allergic reaction. However, it might cause certain uncomfortable symptoms which will result from the vitamin D overdose – these are uncomfortable, but not really dangerous and they can occur if you accidently take more Fultium D3 than you should or if you consumed some food rich in the vitamin prior to taking the supplement. The symptoms incude:
- Excess calcium in the blood
- Nervousness
- General malaise
- Constipation
- Stomach ache
- Muscle weakness
- Excessive thirst
- Drowsiness and confusion
- Hives, skin rash and itching
Please note that this is not a full list of all documented issues with Fultium D3. For a more comprehensive overview, please refer to the patient information leaflet.
