Pure Encapsulations Vitamin D3 5000 IU is a high-strength food supplement providing 125 micrograms (5,000IU) of vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) in each vegetarian capsule. This pack contains 120 capsules.

Key Features

• High-strength dose: Provides 125mcg (5,000IU) of vitamin D3 per capsule, suited to people advised to take a higher-dose supplement by a healthcare professional rather than a standard daily top-up.
• Cholecalciferol (D3) form: Provides vitamin D as cholecalciferol (D3), the form used in this supplement's authorised immune, bone and muscle function claims.
• Contributes to normal immune function, bones and muscles: Vitamin D contributes to the normal function of the immune system, the maintenance of normal bones, and normal muscle function.
• Simple once-daily dose: Just one capsule a day covers the full 5,000IU dose, rather than needing to take multiple capsules.
• Free from common allergens: Manufactured free from gluten, crustaceans, eggs, fish, milk, molluscs, peanuts, soybeans and celery, and suitable for vegetarians.

Is 5,000 IU of vitamin D too much to take every day?

Taken daily, this dose (125 micrograms) exceeds the UK government's safe upper limit of 100 micrograms (4,000IU) a day for vitamin D from all sources. Speak to a doctor or pharmacist before taking it long-term, especially if you also take another vitamin D supplement or eat vitamin D-fortified foods.

What does vitamin D do in the body?

Vitamin D contributes to the normal function of the immune system, the maintenance of normal bones, and normal muscle function.

Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?

Consult a doctor, midwife or pharmacist before taking this supplement if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, have a health condition, or take any medication.

Each capsule provides:

NRV = Nutrient Reference Value.

Other ingredients: hypoallergenic plant fibre (microcrystalline cellulose), vegetarian capsule (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose).

Suitable for vegetarians. Free from gluten, crustaceans, eggs, fish, milk, molluscs, peanuts, soybeans and celery. Non-GMO.

Take 1 capsule daily, with a meal, or as directed by a healthcare professional. Do not exceed the stated daily dosage. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet.

This is a high-strength dose. Each capsule provides 125 micrograms (5,000IU) of vitamin D3, which on its own exceeds the UK government's safe upper limit of 100 micrograms (4,000IU) a day for vitamin D from all sources combined. If you take it every day, speak to a doctor or pharmacist first, particularly if you also take another vitamin D supplement or eat foods fortified with vitamin D. Taking too much vitamin D over a long period can cause calcium to build up in the body (hypercalcaemia), which can weaken the bones and damage the kidneys and heart. Consult a doctor, midwife or pharmacist before use if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, have a health condition, or take any medication. Do not exceed the stated daily dosage. Keep out of reach of children.

Side effects are uncommon at the recommended dose. Taking too much vitamin D over a long period can cause calcium to build up in the body (hypercalcaemia), which can weaken the bones and damage the kidneys and heart. This is not a complete list of every possible reaction; if you notice anything unusual after taking this supplement, stop use and speak to a doctor.