RE: [SPAM?] help with OTC vitamin D side effects

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I have a patient who is allergic to the supplement form of D. She has tried all

different kinds but has the same reactions, some of which sound like a few your

patient has. It may be something else in the supplement as well so I would

definately look into ingredient lists and your pt allergies. the ergocalciferol

may be a better route

Green RD, LD, CDM

Clinical/Outpatient Dietitian

Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center

kgreen@...

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Sent: Friday, July 13, 2012 8:32 AM

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Subject: [sPAM?] help with OTC vitamin D side effects

Hi everyone!

I have a client who is coming to me with questions about side effects she's

had when trying to supplement with vitamin D. Her

25(OH) D levels were tested to be 13 ng/mL. She also has hypothyroid

but admits she is semi-noncompliant w/ her thyroid meds.

She has tried several dosages (250-5,000 IU) of OTC vitamin D3 with the

same effects beginning about 1 week after starting: hot flashes, vaginal

bleeding, sleeplessness, " feeling crazy " . Has anyone heard of these types

of side effects from vitamin D supplementation? Could trying

an ergocalciferol formula make a difference?

Any help or suggestions would be appreciated!

Leigh Willingham RD, LD

leighwillinghamrd@...<mailto:leighwillinghamrd%40gmail.com>