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I was told i have low vitamin d. the doctor prescribed 50, 000 units 1 a week for 12 weeks is this too much? after the twelve weeks i should take 1, 000
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Vitamin D: It is the standard dose. Yes, after the prescription ends you should remain on vitamin d. Doses up to 10, 000 units per day are safe.
Answered 9/4/2020
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Ok: It's a standard dose. Recheck level in 12 weeks and follow your doctor advice. What you are taking is vitamin d2. The over the counter vit d3 is better absorbed but some physicians prefer d2 first to quickly get your level up. Make sure to follow up with your doctor.
Answered 3/31/2014
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