Solgar Vitamin D-3 2200 IU is a dietary supplement in plant capsules, with 55μg of vitamin D3 per capsule, i.e., 2200 international units and 1100% of the Reference Dietary Allowance. The vitamin is in the form of cholecalciferol, the same form that the skin produces with sun exposure. The package contains 100 plant capsules.
It is aimed at adults with limited sun exposure, people who work indoors all day, those who want consistent coverage during the winter months, and people who prefer plant capsules instead of a soft capsule with oil.
Vitamin D3 is not active when you take it. It is a precursor compound that needs two successive chemical modifications. The first one takes place in the liver, where cholecalciferol is converted to 25-hydroxyvitamin D, the form that circulates in the blood and is measured in tests. The second one mainly occurs in the kidneys and produces calcitriol, the hormone-active form.
Calcitriol acts as a hormone: it binds to a nuclear receptor and regulates the expression of genes, including those that encode proteins for calcium transport in the intestine. From there, the approved claims follow: vitamin D contributes to the normal absorption of calcium and phosphorus, to the maintenance of normal blood calcium levels, to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, to the normal muscle function, to the normal immune system function, and to the cell division process.*
According to the product presentation by Solgar itself, the formula is positioned for the following:
The above statements are attributed to the producer.
It suits adults who spend most of the day indoors and have no significant sun exposure. It suits people who follow a diet poor in fatty fish, egg yolk, and fortified foods. It suits older adults, whose vitamin synthesis in the skin is reduced. It also suits those who prefer plant capsules, as the form is stated to be suitable for vegetarians.
The product is a dietary supplement and does not replace medical diagnosis or treatment. The dose is high, so if you already take another vitamin D supplement or monitor your levels with tests, the decisions are up to your doctor.
Main ingredients per plant capsule: Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) 55μg (2200 IU), 1100% RDA.
Other ingredients: Bulking agents: microcrystalline cellulose, maltodextrin, ethylcellulose. Plant capsule shell: hydroxypropylmethylcellulose. Anti-caking agent: magnesium stearate.
Free of: Sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, artificial flavors or colors.
Form: Plant capsules.
Recommended dosage: For adults, one (1) plant capsule daily, preferably with a meal.
With one plant capsule per day, the 100-capsule package lasts for a hundred days. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
Since vitamin D is fat-soluble, taking it with a fat-containing meal aids absorption. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication, or have a health condition, consult your doctor before use. Special care is needed for conditions affecting calcium, such as parathyroid or kidney disorders. Keep the product in a cool, dry place, away from children.
55μg, i.e., 2200 international units, an amount corresponding to 1100% of the Reference Dietary Allowance.
This is a high-dose maintenance formulation, aimed at adults with limited sun exposure. For what suits your case, ask a pharmacist or doctor.
It depends on your sun exposure, geographic location, sunscreen use, and age. Many people use it mainly during months with little sunshine.
It is a capsule with a shell made of hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, of plant origin, instead of gelatin. The company states it is suitable for vegetarians.
With a meal, preferably one that contains fat. The time of day does not matter, but consistency does.
Yes, the combination is common, as vitamin D contributes to the normal absorption of calcium.* However, inform your pharmacist about all the formulations you are taking.
Levels are assessed with a blood test for 25-hydroxyvitamin D, which your doctor orders and interprets.
The 100 plant capsules cover a hundred days at the recommended dose of one capsule per day.
* Health claims approved under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment, or cure of a human disease.
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Main ingredients per plant capsule: Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) 55μg (2200 IU), 1100% RDA.
Other ingredients: Bulking agents: microcrystalline cellulose, maltodextrin, ethylcellulose. Plant capsule shell: hydroxypropylmethylcellulose. Anti-caking agent: magnesium stearate.
Free of: Sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, artificial flavors or colors.
Form: Plant capsules.
Recommended dosage: For adults, one (1) plant capsule daily, preferably with a meal.
With one plant capsule per day, the 100-capsule package lasts for a hundred days. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
Since vitamin D is fat-soluble, taking it with a fat-containing meal aids absorption. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication, or have a health condition, consult your doctor before use. Special care is needed for conditions affecting calcium, such as parathyroid or kidney disorders. Keep the product in a cool, dry place, away from children.
