Adult Prevention of vit D deficiency 25,000 IU (1 amp)/mth, higher doses may be required.
Adjunct to specific therapy for osteoporosis 25,000 IU (1 amp)/mth.
Treatment of vitamin D deficiency (<25 ng/mL) 50,000 IU (2 amp)/wk for 6-8 wk, followed by maintenance therapy (1,400-2,000 IU/day may be required).
Prevention of deficiency Paed 1-18 yr 25,000 IU (1 amp) every 6 wk,
0-1 yr 25,000 IU (1 amp) every 8 wk.
Treatment of deficiency Paed 0-18 yr 25,000 IU (1 amp) once every 2 wk for 6 wk (followed by maintenance therapy of 400-1,000 IU/day).