Lamberts Vitamin D3 1000iu (25µg) 120 Capsules is a vitamin D food supplement in soft capsule form, providing 25µg (1000iu) of vitamin D as vitamin D3 in each capsule. It is suitable for all adults, including during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and at one capsule a day a 120-capsule pack lasts 120 days.

Key Features

• 25µg (1000iu) of vitamin D3 per capsule: Each soft capsule provides 25µg of vitamin D as vitamin D3, which is 2.5 times the 10µg daily amount the NHS suggests considering in autumn and winter.
• 120-capsule pack: At the directed dose of 1 capsule a day, one pack lasts 120 days.
• Suitable for all adults: The manufacturer states it is suitable for all adults, including during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Gelatin capsule shell: The shell contains bovine gelatin, so this product is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.

How does 1000iu (25µg) compare with the NHS vitamin D advice?

The NHS advises that everyone, including pregnant and breastfeeding women, should consider taking a daily supplement containing 10 micrograms of vitamin D during the autumn and winter. One Lamberts Vitamin D3 1000iu capsule provides 25µg, which is more than that amount.

What does vitamin D do?

Vitamin D contributes to the normal absorption and utilisation of calcium and phosphorus, normal blood calcium levels, the maintenance of normal bones, teeth and muscle function, and the normal function of the immune system.

Is there a vegetarian or vegan version of Lamberts Vitamin D3 1000iu?

Yes. Lamberts Vegan Vitamin D3 1000iu (25µg) is a separate 90-capsule product made with algal-origin vitamin D3. It provides 1000iu per capsule and is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

Active ingredient: Vitamin D (as vitamin D3), 25µg (1000iu) per capsule.

Other ingredients: Sunflower seed oil; capsule shell (bovine gelatin, glycerol).

Additional information: The manufacturer states that this product excludes wheat, barley, soya, eggs, milk (and milk products), lactose, nuts, sulphites, celery, fish, shellfish, yeast and gluten-containing ingredients.

Take 1 capsule daily.

The manufacturer lists no known cautions at the recommended usage of 1 capsule daily. NHS guidance advises adults not to take more than 100 micrograms (4,000 IU) of vitamin D a day.