Is it necessary to give vitamin d-Drop if the formula contains it?

28-year-old woman4 years ago

She is taking the similac lactose sensitive formula (contains 80IU per 100ml of concentrate) so I am wondering if it is necessary to give her the drops, I have already been told that it could be the cause of her constipation and stomach aches.

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Alexandre Chagnon · 4 years ago

Hello Ma'am,

In a child under 1 year of age, we are looking to give 400IU of vitamin D per day. So, if the child is taking at least 500 mL per day, there is no need to give D-Drop™.

Good evening,

Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist

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