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I Am 26 Male 190 Lbs 6’1. Had A Serum
Question: I am 26 male 190 lbs 6’1. had a serum level of 20.5 vitamin d deficiency. Was prescribed 50,000 iu weekly. Misread that as daily and have been taking it as such for 9 days. I noticed minor headaches after a few days but that is it. What should I do?
Brief Answer:
Stop vitamin D for now and restrict calcium intake in the diet.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to "Ask a Doctor" service.
I have read your query and here is my advice.
Vitamin D toxicity happens mostly when it is taken in large doses for months.
In your case, stoping vitamin D for a couple of weeks, restricting calcium intake by the diet, and staying well hydrated should be sufficient.
In case of any worsening of your symptoms (frequent urination, vomiting, etc.) you should see your Doctor.
Hope this helps.
Feel free to ask if you have further questions.
Stop vitamin D for now and restrict calcium intake in the diet.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to "Ask a Doctor" service.
I have read your query and here is my advice.
Vitamin D toxicity happens mostly when it is taken in large doses for months.
In your case, stoping vitamin D for a couple of weeks, restricting calcium intake by the diet, and staying well hydrated should be sufficient.
In case of any worsening of your symptoms (frequent urination, vomiting, etc.) you should see your Doctor.
Hope this helps.
Feel free to ask if you have further questions.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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