Hello
Children aged 1–5 years typically need 400–600 IU/day of
Vitamin D for bone health and growth. This is usually met through diet, fortified foods, sunlight exposure, and sometimes daily supplements
The sachet you mentioned is a therapeutic dose, not a daily supplement. It may be prescribed in cases of confirmed Vitamin D deficiency, rickets, or low serum Vitamin D levels. Typically given once a week for 6 weeks, followed by maintenance dose, only if advised by a doctor.
Next Steps
If the child is healthy and growing well: Routine low-dose supplementation is enough. If they are concerned about deficiency (delayed walking, bow legs, etc.), they should consult a pediatrician and get
Vitamin D levels tested before giving high-dose sachets.
Health Tips
If unsupervised - Overdose can cause toxicity, leading to:
Vomiting, poor appetite, constipation
Increased thirst or urination
Elevated
calcium levels (hypercalcemia),
kidney issues