Prescription
Vitamin D analogue (Bone health supplement)
Calcifediol
Last reviewed April 2026
Who is this for?
What is this drug?
Calcifediol (sold as Hidroferol) is a form of vitamin D that your body can use more quickly than regular vitamin D supplements — it helps your body absorb calcium from food to keep your bones strong.
What is it used for?
Vitamin D deficiencyweak bones (osteoporosis)bone softening in adults (osteomalacia)low calcium levelskidney disease-related bone problems
Prescription Required
A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this drug legally.