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A to Z vitamin drop related query
Hi Doctor,
My 3-month-old baby (born at 35th week) is currently taking a separate Vitamin D3 supplement. Yesterday, his doctor advised starting Vit A to Z drops (1 ml daily), but I noticed it also contains Vitamin D3.
With both, the total Vitamin D3 intake will be around 800 IU per day. Is this safe, or what to do in this situation.
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Thank you for your concern. For infants, the recommended daily intake of Vitamin D3 is around 400 IU per day. Some pediatricians may advise up to 800 IU/day in specific cases like prematurity or low birth weight, but this should be done under close monitoring.
Since your baby is already getting Vitamin D3 separately, adding A to Z drops (which also contain Vitamin D3) increases the total dose to around 800 IU daily. While this is not immediately toxic, routine supplementation above 400 IU/day is generally not necessary unless specifically advised by your doctor based on clinical needs.
👉 Suggested action: Either stop the separate Vitamin D3 drops and continue with A to Z drops alone (if they provide close to 400 IU of Vitamin D3), or confirm with your pediatrician whether your baby really needs the additional D3.
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Hello, I understand your concern
The recommended daily dose for infants (0–12 months) is 400 IU/day, but doses up to 1,000 IU/day are considered safe in preterm or at-risk infants.
Your baby, born at 35 weeks (late preterm), needs good support for bone growth and immunity in the early months. Vitamin D plays a key role in this, especially if sun exposure is limited.
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Your pediatrician will reassess needs based on growth, feeding, and sun exposure.
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Ensure the drops are measured correctly (not more than prescribed).
Do not combine with other supplements unless advised.
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Dr. Tangade Vishal Bhanudas
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Pune
Can be given .
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Dr. Akansha Mittal
Pediatrician
7 yrs exp
New Delhi
Dear parent
There is no need to start A to Z drops.
Continue vitamin d3 till one year of age.
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Dr. Prathibha Reddy
Pediatrician
12 yrs exp
Hyderabad
No problem u can give both drops . As your baby is preterm .
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