Lamberts Vitamin D3 2000iu 120 Capsules is a vitamin D food supplement in soft capsule form, providing 50µg (2000iu) of vitamin D as vitamin D3 in each capsule. It is suitable for vegetarians and for all adults, including during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and at one capsule a day a 120-capsule pack lasts 120 days.

Key Features

• 50µg (2000iu) of vitamin D3 per capsule: Each soft capsule provides 50µg of vitamin D as vitamin D3, which is five times the 10µg daily amount the NHS suggests considering in autumn and winter.
• Suitable for all adults: The manufacturer states it is suitable for all adults, including during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Suitable for vegetarians: The capsule shell is made with modified starch and carrageenan rather than gelatin. The manufacturer states it is suitable for vegetarians but not for vegans.
• 120-capsule pack: At the directed dose of 1 capsule a day, one pack lasts 120 days.

How does Lamberts Vitamin D3 2000iu differ from the 1000iu and 4000iu capsules?

Lamberts makes vitamin D3 capsules at three strengths: 1000iu provides 25µg, 2000iu provides 50µg and 4000iu provides 100µg per capsule. The 2000iu capsule sits in the middle of the range. The manufacturer lists no cautions for this product at the recommended usage, whereas the 4000iu capsule carries specific cautions and is not recommended for long-term use.

Is 50µg of vitamin D more than the NHS advises?

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 2000iu capsule provides 50µg, which is five times that amount.

What does vitamin D do?

Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones, the maintenance of normal muscle function and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.

• Vegetarian

Active ingredient: Vitamin D (as vitamin D3), 50µg (2000iu) per capsule.

Other ingredients: Sunflower seed oil; capsule shell (gelling agents: modified starch, carrageenan; humectant: 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.