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United States |
Vitamin D cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus. Having the right amount of vitamin D, calcium and phosphorus is important for building and keeping strong bones. Vitamin D is used to treat and prevent bone disorders (such as rickets). Vitamin D is made by the body when skin is exposed to sunlight. sunscreen , protective clothing, limited exposure to sunlight, dark skin and age may prevent getting enough vitamin D from the sun.
Vitamin D with calcium is used to treat or prevent bone loss (osteoporosis ). Vitamin D is also used with other medications to treat low levels of calcium. It may be used in kidney disease to keep calcium levels normal and allow normal bone growth. Vitamin D drops (or other supplements ) are given to breast-fed infants because breast milk usually has low levels of vitamin D.
Vitamin D is sometimes called the “sunshine vitamin” because it's produced in your skin in response to sunlight. It's a fat soluble in a family of compounds that includes vitamins D-1, D-2, and D-3.
Your body produces vitamin D naturally when it's directly exposed to sunlight. You can also get it through certain foods and supplements to ensure adequate levels of the vitamin in your blood.
Key Features
Prevent certain diseases
Improves the absorption of calcium
Makes the skin radiant
Provides essential nutrient for healthy bones
