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Vitamin deficiency report
Hi,
I recently received my blood test results and noticed two deficiencies:
Vitamin D: 6.56 ng/mL
Folate: 3 ng/mL
Could you please advise me on the appropriate dosage and treatment plan for correcting these levels?
I'm unable to attach the report but I can provide more information as required.
Thanks.
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Good day to you
I understand the reason for your concern and it's good to know that you are vigilant and give utmost importance to your health
Vit D is a very common deficiency and can cause rickets in childhood which can manifest with knock knees, bow legs other skeletal deformities in adults
It also has anti inflammatory benefit and hence it's deficiency can act as a risk factor for other diseases
As you are in the young age group spectrum, it will not cause much discomfort
And you can go for prophylactic dosages however be sure to consult your physician as vit d improper dosage can lead to toxicity which can manifest as symptoms which often lead to improper diagnosis
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Vit d oral shots 60k once week for 3 months
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Only on the stated value it looks like severe vit D deficiency which needs to addressed soon , and on the folate levels it needs to be correlated clinically depending upon the signs and symptoms you are having the treatment course will be defined.
This doesn't only be treated with medication but needs lifestyle and diet modification also to avoid future problems and complications
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needs additional history and evaluation for the same for establishing a proper plan and needs
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Treatment Plan
Treatment depends on how low your Vitamin D is, and as it is falling in low range
High-dose weekly therapy (if levels are very low):
Vitamin D3 60,000 IU
Take one sachet/tablet once a week after meals
For 6–8 weeks
Maintenance therapy (after correction or if mild deficiency):
Vitamin D3 1,000–2,000 IU daily
OR 60,000 IU once a month
Important: Take it after food for better absorption
Sunlight Exposure
Natural sunlight helps boost Vitamin D.
Sit in morning sunlight (8–10 AM)
10–20 minutes, 4–5 days a week
Expose arms and legs if possible; sitting behind glass does not work.
Diet Recommendations
Include Vitamin D–rich foods:
• Egg yolk
• Fish (salmon, tuna, sardines)
• Fortified milk, curd, cheese
• Fortified cereals
• Mushrooms
• Ghee/butter in moderation
Diet alone usually cannot correct deficiency, but supports treatment.
Lifestyle Tips
Regular mild exercise helps strengthen bones and muscles
Avoid excessive alcohol and smoking
Ensure adequate calcium intake (foods or supplements if advised)
Safety and When to Report
Stop or consult your doctor if you experience:
Persistent vomiting
Severe constipation
Excessive thirst or urination
Confusion (rare, signs of high calcium)
These are rare but important.
Follow-Up
Recheck Vitamin D levels after 8–12 weeks of treatment
Continue maintenance dose long-term if you have indoor lifestyle, darker skin tone, or limited sunlight exposure
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Take it with fat rich foods for better absoorption
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Take VitD3 60k IU once weekly for 8-12 weeks
Folic acid 5mg once daily for 4-8 weeks
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Food Advice
Vitamin D
• Morning sunlight 15–20 min
• Egg yolk, fish, fortified milk
Folate
• Green leafy vegetables (spinach), broccoli
• Beans, lentils, peas
• Citrus fruits
• Whole grains
Health Tips
Repeat Vitamin D and Folate levels after 8–12 weeks.
Check B12 if folate is low (common coexistence).
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You can take Cap D rise 60000iu once a week for at least 12 weeks,and any folic acid brand 5mg once a day for a few months
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Go for other source for one month
If blood report same then go for medication
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Please cosult to know the need for Injectible/Oral medication
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Start uprise dk 60 once a week for 8 week and Goodvit 5mg twice weekly Tuesday n Friday after dinner for 8 weeks
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Take proper diet
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Tab cholecalciferol 60k IU once weekly
Tab neurobion forte one daily
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Very Very poor.
Uprise d60k two times a week for eight weeks followed by one per month for six months a complete therapy by WHO. (VIT D).
RB TONE SYR 10 ML AT NIGHT AFTER DINNER FOR TWO MONTHS.
IF SYR U CANT
CAP HAEM UP ONE IN NIGHT AFTER DINNER FOR 2 MONTHS.
STOOL COLOR WILL CHANGE DON'T WORRY.
OK
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Yes, this is serious. If not corrected can lead to complications. Medicines can help you recover fully. Kindly consult with me on 94 two six 86 seven eight 96.
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Dr. Ishwa Vaderia
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1 yrs exp
Rajkot
Can help
Contact on 9three28010077
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Dr. Gaurij Hood
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Valsad
Vitanin d 60,000 iu sachet or capsule once a week for 8 weeks with Tablet shelcal xt once a day for 1 month.Pls connect for any concerns.
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Hingoli
need more information
kindly consult
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Uprise d3 capsule weekly once for 12 weeks
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
General Physician
20 yrs exp
Mumbai
Please consult
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Dr. Nazia Begum M.G
General Physician
15 yrs exp
Belgaum
Start cap d rise once a week for next six weeks
Tab folvite daily
Consult online will guide you further
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Tayo 60 k.and folvite
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Jitendra Singh
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Ludhiana
You can take
Enrivit D3 60k nano shot once wkly for 8 wks
Tab Neurobion forte od for 2 month
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Dr. Laxmi Koppishetty
General Practitioner
8 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Severe vitamin d deficiency
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kindly consult
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Nimmi Mulwani
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Sure. You can consult online for appropriate prescription.
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