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A Vitamin D3 level of 21.1 ng/mL is considered insufficient (normal range: 30–100 ng/mL). It’s not dangerously low, but definitely needs correction to reach optimal levels.
Uprise D3 60k IU once a week for 6-8 weeks then once a month for maintenance.
Take after a meal (preferably lunch) for better absorption.
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You need Vir D supplements.
All Vitamin D3 supplements are good.
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Your Vitamin D3 level of 21.1 ng/mL is considered mildly deficient. The normal range is typically 30–100 ng/mL.
Next Steps
You can take Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3)
60,000 IU once weekly for 8 weeks,
Then once monthly for maintenance.
Health Tips
Always take the tablet with a meal (preferably containing some fat) to enhance absorption.
Ensure regular sunlight exposure (15–30 minutes daily if possible).
Recheck your Vitamin D levels after 3 months.
Let me know if you experience fatigue, bone pain, or muscle weakness, as these may improve with treatment.
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Take vit d3 tablet 50,000 units, once weekly for 6 weeks, then once a month.
Take fortified plant based milks like soy, almond, fortified cereals, cheese, mushrooms, fruits like orange bananas.
Get vit d3 levels tested after 8 weeks.
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Dear Practo User.
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A Vitamin D3 level of 21.1 is low and needs correction. A weekly 60,000 IU Vitamin D3 supplement for 6–8 weeks is typically advised.
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Book a consultation to tailor dosage, check absorption, and monitor progress.
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Yes, a level of 21.1 ng/mL is considered mildly deficient. You can take cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) 60,000 IU once weekly for 8 weeks, then once a month for maintenance.
Next Steps
• Take with a meal for better absorption
• Recheck Vitamin D after 3 months
Health Tips
• Get 15–20 minutes of sunlight exposure daily
• Avoid overdose – do not exceed recommended dose
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