{"product_id":"vitamin-d3-5000-100cap-puritans-pride","title":"Vitamin D3 5000 IU 100 Capsules","description":"\u003cp\u003eSevere vitamin D deficiency needs a higher dose than 1000 IU to restore levels to normal quickly. 5000 IU is the most commonly used therapeutic dose for those with confirmed deficiency. Puritan's Pride delivers it in easy-to-swallow softgels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose It?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your vitamin D level is below 20 ng\/mL, 1000 IU isn't enough and you need a higher dose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5000 IU helps quickly correct deficiency and improve symptoms of fatigue and bone pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe appropriate dose for many cases prescribed by doctors in Egypt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100 capsules gives you a full supply for more than 3 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Use It?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen blood tests show moderate to severe deficiency (below 20-30 ng\/mL)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you're experiencing bone and joint pain, general weakness, and chronic fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBased on your doctor's or pharmacist's recommendation after reviewing blood tests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eCholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) 5000 IU: therapeutic dose for replenishing depleted stores — typically used to correct diagnosed deficiency under medical guidance\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne capsule daily with a fatty or substantial meal for best absorption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest taken at the same time each day — morning with breakfast or lunch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter 3 months, get another blood test to check your levels and determine whether to continue or reduce the dose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarnings \u0026amp; Precautions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShould be used under medical supervision when taking high doses long-term\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive vitamin D can cause kidney problems — do not exceed the recommended dose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have any kidney or calcium issues, consult your doctor first\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I take 5000 IU daily without getting tested?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot recommended. It's always best to get a vitamin D test first so you know your actual level and take the appropriate dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I reduce to 1000 IU?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen your blood vitamin D level reaches the normal range (40-60 ng\/mL), you can drop to a maintenance dose of 1000-2000 IU daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I take 5000 IU every day long-term?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor therapeutic periods of 3-6 months it's generally safe, but for longer periods it's best done under doctor supervision with regular blood tests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"AlFouad Pharmacies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51279224242479,"sku":"100536","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/9550\/0847\/files\/Vitamin-D3-5000-100CAP-Puritans-Pride-_D8_B4_D8_B1_D9_83_D9_87.webp?v=1754297894","url":"https:\/\/alfouadpharmacies.com\/en\/products\/vitamin-d3-5000-100cap-puritans-pride","provider":"AlFouad Pharmacies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}