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Vitamin d for kids
Hi doctor, can you please suggest vitamin D dosage for my 11 year old daughter.
Name , dosages and duration.
Thank you in advance.
Answers (2)
11 years old will not need vitamin D Supplements unless in a deficiency state .
Do serum vitamin D Levels and let know that reports . Depending on that we will suggest the dose .thank you
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Vitamin D can be given for:
1) Deficiency - large doses given only after confirmation of deficiency with a blood test.
2) Daily supplement - Vit D3(600IU/5ml) 5ml once a day, can be given for 3 months.
Health Tips
1) Make sure the concentration is as above. Over dose also is not good.
2) Make sure your child receives adequate milk and certain foods rich in Vitamin D like mushrooms, eggs and fish (if you are non-vegetarians).
3) Though difficult with the current pandemic, exposure to sunlight is also important. You can do so, while complying with the Covid restrictions.
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