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Vitamin D3 Drops
20 ml, Suitable for vegans
R 274,32Vitamin D3 Drops formulated to assist with bone health, immune function and other metabolic disorders.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Safety during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding has not been established.
This medicine has not been evaluated by SAHPRA for quality, safety or intended use. This medicine is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
What it is
Contributing to overall maintenance of good health.
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Ingredients
Each drop (0.032 ml) contains the following active ingredient:
| Active ingredient | Per drop |
|---|---|
| Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) | 1000 IU |
- Other ingredients
- Medium chain triglyceride (MCT) oil, Orange flavour
- Free from
- Allergens, gluten, wheat, salt, sugar, dairy, soya, yeasts, preservatives, artificial flavours and colourants
- Vegan
- Suitable for vegans
How to take it
Adults: 1 drop per day with a meal, or as directed by your healthcare provider.
Before you take it
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Safety during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding has not been established.
Warnings
- Hypersensitivity (allergic) to any of the ingredients.
Always tell your doctor or pharmacist about any other medicines or supplements you take.
Product details
- Pack size
- 20 ml
- Appearance
- Liquid.
- Scheduling status
- Unscheduled
- Category D
- Complementary medicine
- Discipline
- Health supplement
Related questions
What is vitamin D?
Vitamin D is a pro-hormone, a building block for many other hormones.
Are there different types of vitamin D supplements?
Yes, there are two forms of Vitamin D supplements. Vitamin D2 also known as ergocalciferol-D2 (Calciferol) and Vitamin D3 also known as cholecalciferol.
What is Vitamin D3 important for?
Vitamin D3 is essential for bone and teeth health. D3 is a key pro-hormone essential in numerous metabolic functions.
Why do I need a script for higher doses of Vitamin D?
In South Africa, the regulatory body SAHPRA (South African Health Products Regulatory Authority) requires that Vitamin D3 doses above 1000 iu per day require a script.
Is Vitamin D well-absorbed?
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin and thus needs to be taken with food to assist its absorption, except when taken as drops.
Are all Vitamin D3 supplements the same?
Vitamin D3 is a pro-hormone and a regulated nutraceutical so it’s important to take a product that follows strict pharmaceutical production codes. Some Vitamin D3 products are available in gelatin capsules which are not kosher, halaal, vegetarian or vegan friendly.It is best to use a pharmaceutical grade product that is free of preservatives, additives, colourants, wheat, gluten and dairy.
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