Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tayo is helpful in the treatment of rickets which is a condition that results from vitamin D deficiency in the children which causes soft and weak bones. Tayo works in rickets by restoring the normal levels of vitamin D which promotes the strengthening of bones through calcium absorption.

Dr. Anjum Mujawar MBBS , Diabetology

No, Tayo does not cause hair loss. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact, research suggests that vitamin D deficiency can lead to hair loss. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Tayo is a brand name of vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) and it comes in the form of a tablet, capsule, sachet, and injection. It is a prescription drug that is used in the management of diseases that results from vitamin D3 deficiency (rickets, osteoporosis, and osteomalacia) and to treat nutritional deficiency of vitamin D3 due to imbalanced diet and its deficiency which is caused by some disease states (malabsorption syndrome, Crohn's disease, and liver diseases). It is also used in the Crohn's of calcium (hypocalcemia) caused by hypoparathyroidism which is decreased levels of parathyroid hormone (PTH) from parathyroid glands.

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Tayo can be taken with diclofenac. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Tayo along with diclofenac if taken as directed by the doctor. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Tayo is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some side effects are observed if taken in more than the recommended doses and these side effects are constipation, weakness, and headache. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.