Access
Standard doses are available without a prescription. High-dose forms are by prescription. Call to add to a pickup.
Medication information
Supplement
Vitamin D3
Supplement and prescribed therapy for vitamin D deficiency
Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) supports bone health and immune function. Many Manitobans take 1,000–2,000 IU per day in winter. Higher prescription doses (10,000 IU, 50,000 IU) treat documented deficiency.
How the pharmacy helps
We stock 400 IU drops for infants, 1,000 IU adult tablets, 10,000 IU and 50,000 IU prescription doses. Coverage may apply for Rx forms.
Access framing
Standard doses are available without a prescription. High-dose forms are by prescription. Call to add to a pickup.
Forms and strengths
Medication entries grouped here
Strengths, dosage forms, brands, or package entries may vary. Your prescription label and pharmacist counselling are the instructions to follow.
| Brand / Generic | Strength | Form | DIN | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin D3 Cholecalciferol | 1,000 IU | Tablet | Active |
Most adults: 1,000–2,000 IU/day in winter. Talk to the pharmacist if you are deficient or considering more.
Yes — it absorbs better with a meal containing some fat.
Same active vitamin, different delivery. Liquid is convenient for infants and patients who avoid pills.
Have questions about this medication?
Call the pharmacy or bring the medication to the counter. We can help compare labels, dosing schedules, storage needs, and questions to ask your prescriber.
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