Hydroferol (drug): what it is and what it is for

This drug has several uses, among which its potential to replace vitamin D stands out.

Vitamin D is very important for the human being, being fundamental for the absorption of calcium and having a great participation in systems such as the nervous, musculoskeletal or immune system.

It also influences our energy levels, mood and even mental health. And although it can be absorbed by various means such as diet or through sunlight, sometimes it will be necessary or useful to supplement these means **with a drug such as hydroferol.

Hydroferol as a drug

Hydroferol is a drug analog of vitamin Dcontaining in fact the product of its hepatic metabolization, calcifediol. It is an active drug that has a great effect on multiple systems, and is generally administered to those who cannot synthesize calcifediol or who have a vitamin D deficiency.

The effects of this drug are broad. Specifically, at the gastrointestinal level, it facilitates the absorption of essential components such as calcium and phosphorus. such as calcium and phosphorus, as well as regulating how these components are filtered and excreted at the renal level. In the bones it generates an increase in the capacity of collagen production and the creation of receptors for different growth hormones.

What is hydroferol used for?

Taking into account that hydroferol is a medication that aims to introduce a certain type of vitamin into the organism, one of the main uses of this drug is the fight against vitamin D deficiency.

In addition to this, another of the best known uses is that of the prevention or treatment of osteoporosis (although other drugs containing the calcifediol precursor are often used), since by causing an increase of calcium in the body it can help maintain strong bones and slow or slow their deterioration. It is also used in some other osteodystrophies or bone problems.

On the other hand, hydroferol is used in some cases of kidney failure. in some cases of renal insufficiency linked to vitamin D and calcium deficiency.. It also contributes to the treatment of rickets, and can prevent the development of malformations in children who are still in the development period. It can contribute to treat problems derived from the consumption of anticonvulsants or Anti-Inflammatory drugs.

In addition to these aspects it is of great utility for the prevention of diabetes mellitus by keeping blood glucose under control and regulating the level of insulin emitted by the pancreas. It does this by preventing fats and carbohydrates from being converted into glucose.

It is also considered that it can be beneficial in normal doses for brain function by increasing vitamin D levels and thus energy. From this it can be deduced that it can also be positive for subjects with fatigue, insomnia or anxiety problems. At the cardiovascular level it also seems to produce benefits by contributing to the control of blood pressure.

Side effects and risks

Hydroferol is a very popular and widely consumed substance, but like other drugs it can cause side effects. These are rare side effects but they can occur with the consumption of excessive doses or for longer than recommended, since the vitamin D of which hydroferol is analogous can accumulate in the organism and become harmful.

Thus, the adverse effects are related to excess vitamin D and/or calcium, one of the most important being hypercalcemia or excess calcium in the blood. In this sense, we find that some of the effects are the nausea, loss of appetite and metallic aftertaste in the mouth, constipationconstipation, cardiac arrhythmias, tiredness and fatigue, headache, bone or muscle pain or irritability.

In addition, photophobia, conjunctivitis, calcifications in soft tissues such as the eyes, polyuria (excessive increase in the need to urinate), runny nose, fever and sexual inappetence may occur. Cholesterol and heart rate may skyrocket and organs such as the pancreas may become inflamed. In some cases it is possible that psychic alterations may appear. In very severe cases renal failure or even cardiac arrest may occur..

Therefore, it is very necessary to take into account that although in a controlled way this medicine has a great amount of benefits and can be used for multiple problems, it cannot be consumed without any type of control, as it can have serious harmful effects.

Precautions

Although it does not usually generate side effects, the consumption of hydroferol is not indicated for all types of people. It is important not to exceed the recommended daily amounts. Pregnant or lactating women should be especially cautious and should consult their doctor before deciding whether or not to take this drug. It is possible to give it to minors, but the doses should also be smaller.

It is necessary to monitor possible drug interactions that also produce an increase in vitamin D or calcium, as well as controlling the diet so that excessive increases of these components do not occur.

Finally, hydroferol is contraindicated in patients with hypervitaminosis or hypercalcemia, patients with kidney stones and subjects allergic to calcifediol.