What are the reasons to have Vitamin D injection shots?

The reasons to have Vitamin D shots include:

• Inadequate exposure to sun
• Dark skin Population struggling to keep Vitamin D levels normal.
• Poor dietary intake of Vitamin D
• Reduced dietary absorption Of Vitamin D from intestines
• Individual who struggle to take the Vitamin D oral supplements
• Where quick increase in Vitamin D levels is desired. Vitamin D shot will increase Vitamin D levels much quicker, hence, having an immediate impact as compared to oral supplements that can take months before having any effect.
• May help reduce the chances of developing a heart disease and hypertension
• Helps to uplift the mood

How common is Vitamin D deficiency in the UK?

20% UK population, 55% Asian population and 35% black population have vitamin D deficiency.

What are the functions of Vitamin D in our body?

• It is a fat soluble vitamin that helps to absorb calcium and phosphorus, these are very important for the normal bone health
• It is an antioxidant and protects the body against anti-oxidants
• It may have a role in reducing inflammation and preventing infections
• It may possibly prevent certain types of cancers

What Vitamin D shot preparations are available are available?

We offer 2 preparations; Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) and D3 (Cholecalciferol). Both these injections ultimately achieve the same result but D3 is 1.7 to 3 times more potent as compared to D2.

How often are Vitamin D Shots given?

We recommend the first high dose intramuscular injection followed by the 2nd injection after 3 months. Subsequent injections will depend on your blood levels of Vitamin D.

What are the symptoms of vitamin D deficiency?

• Bone and muscle pains
• Bone and muscle weakness. In severe cases it can lead to osteoporosis and bone fractures
• Hair loss
• Tiredness and low energy levels
• Problems with sleeping
• Depression and anxiety