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D3 125 mcg (5000 IU)

product on market Softgel Capsule The Vitamin Shoppe Safety: 60/100
60/100

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  • Vitamin D3: 0.12mg is 1.2× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (0.1mg)
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What the Evidence Says

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Vitamin D3 is supported by strong evidence for maintaining bone health and supporting immune function. However, the high dosage of 5000 IU may lead to toxicity if taken excessively over time. This safety concern contributes to the product's moderate safety score.

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Vitamin D3: 0.12mg is 1.2× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (0.1mg)

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This product received a low safety score because the amount of Vitamin D3 exceeds the recommended maximum daily intake level. Specifically, it provides 1.2 times the Tolerable Upper Intake Level.

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Product Label

Label for D3 125 mcg (5000 IU)
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Label Data

1 Softgel(s)
Serving Size
Vitamin
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

120 mcg (625% DV)
Exceeds UL by 1.2× (UL: 0.1 mg) 608 studies (A:16, B:251)

Other Ingredients

Safflower Oil Gelatin Glycerin purified Water
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

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Product Information

Directions for Use

Directions: Take one (1) softgel daily, preferably with a meal.

Warnings & Precautions

Warning: Consult your healthcare provider prior to use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication or have any medical conditions.

Keep out of reach of children.

Tamper evident Do not use if outer seal is broken or missing.

Formulation Notes

Immune support Bone health

Gluten-free Dairy-free Soy-free Nut-free

Does not contain: Gluten, sugar, salt, artificial colors or flavors.

Additional Information

Vitamin

Store in a cool, dry place.

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Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU7 66536 02823 8
DSLD Entry Date2019-12-22
Product TypeVitamin
FormSoftgel Capsule
BrandThe Vitamin Shoppe
DSLD ID208734
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

872
Research Sources
53
Avg Quality
309
Meta Analysis
309
Clinical Trial
111
Rct
71
Systematic Review
55
Guideline
4
Cochrane Review
4
Regulatory Source
2
Other
2
Narrative Review
2
Observational
1
Openfda Safety
A Vitamin D and vitamin D analogues for preventing fractures associated with involutional and post-menopausal osteoporosis
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2009 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin D supplementation for prevention of mortality in adults
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2014 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin D and vitamin D analogues for preventing fractures in post-menopausal women and older men
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2014 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin D supplementation for prevention of cancer in adults
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2014 PubMed DOI
A Interventions for preventing falls in older people in care facilities and hospitals
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2018 PubMed DOI
A Drugs for preventing lung cancer in healthy people
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2020 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin D supplementation for prevention of mortality in adults
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2011 PubMed DOI
A High prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in Asia: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Critical reviews in food science and nutrition 2023 PubMed DOI
A The effect of vitamin D supplementation on depressive symptoms in adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Meta Analysis Critical reviews in food science and nutrition 2023 PubMed DOI
A Interventions for preventing falls in older people living in the community
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2009 PubMed DOI
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