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I didn't give my baby vitamin d for first 4 months is there any harm to her or if I start now is ok any precautions need to be taken please guide
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Yes You can start now. It should be given till 1year of age
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The provided image displays a query from a mother who did not give her baby vitamin D for the first 4 months and is asking if this caused harm, how to safely start now, and what precautions to take.
Missing vitamin D for the first few months is a common occurrence and generally does not cause immediate, lasting harm if addressed promptly.
It is completely fine to start giving the drops now, but you must strictly avoid trying to "catch up" on missed months by giving double or larger doses, as high doses can be toxic.
The standard recommended daily dose for infants is 400 IU (International Units) per day, but you should always verify the concentration on the physical label since some brands require a full dropper while others require only a single drop.
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You can start now.
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
No worry
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Dr. Jay Gajjar
Pediatrician
6 yrs exp
Surat
Don’t worry. Missing vitamin D supplementation for the first 4 months does not necessarily mean your baby has been harmed. You can start vitamin D now as advised by your pediatrician. If your baby is feeding well, growing normally, and has no signs such as delayed milestones, excessive sweating, soft skull bones, or bowed legs, there is usually no need to panic. Continue regular follow-up and discuss the appropriate vitamin D dose with your pediatrician.
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Dr. Mahak Arora
Pediatrician
10 yrs exp
New Delhi
Nothing to worry kindly start with the vitamin d and continue till 1 year
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Dr. Supe Vishal Laxman
Neonatologist
16 yrs exp
Pune
Start now and continue for 1 year ,Dose as per your Pediatrician
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
No issue
Atleast start now upto 1 year of age
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