Cholecalciferol for Vitamin D Deficiency User Reviews (Page 2)

• Big...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 6, 2021

"30/10/2020 prescribed 400,000 IU for ten days, 20K once weekly for six more weeks. After 10 days of the 400K severe colon pain, chronic bloating, alternating between diarrhea and constipation, so it was like the symptoms of IBS or bowel cancer. I had nerve pain, bone pain, severe back pain, chronic stress, depression and anxiety, weakness, exhaustion. The doctor denies any possible connection with vitamin D and suggested IBS. Then after a full blood count, suggested diverticulitis. And suggested I need to address my state of mind as opposed to the body. Now four months later, I am just about starting to feel slightly better."

• Jhi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 10, 2021

Cholecalciferol "Wanted to reduce the chance of catching COVID. Been seeing multiple articles about COVID patients being all or almost all deficient in vitamin D. I am obese, have high blood pressure, and very bad lungs, 60 years old. Started having palpitations the first day but didn't make the connection. Took for the third and last time today. Still experiencing the palpitations."

• Sun...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 19, 2019

"My doctor prescribed me 40,000 units a week. I have been taking it for just over a week and have no side effects listed; however, severe nightmares. I used to suffer from night terrors as a child (whilst taking vitamin D supplements); however, as I got older and I got a bit too busy and wasn’t taking much care of my health, the night terrors stopped, as well as the supplements. Could this just be a coincidence? Potentially; however, something to note."

• Jwr...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 23, 2016

"I started taking Vitamin D3 along with Omega-3 a few years ago. The combination of the two really helped my physical energy and brought my blood pressure down from 150-160 systolic, 100-110 diastolic, to 102-125 systolic and 75-85 diastolic. I also lost 75 lbs with little effort. Vitamin D is a great supplement."

• Meg...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 7, 2022

"So I was prescribed 40,000 units of cholecalciferol a week. I took these for 3 weeks. I thought I was going insane, having panic attacks, weird feeling in my hands and feet, like I couldn't walk, had to lie down, and had no energy. Severe dizziness, as if I was going to pass out, and heart palpitations. I went to A&E twice, but they said no, this couldn't be the vitamins. Funny how I've stopped them for 4 weeks and everything's gone, still feel funny to this day, how long until they are fully out of my system? I feel like there's no end. I would rather have my deficiency back than feel like I'm dying."

• ota...
• October 29, 2018

Cholecalciferol "Decara was very helpful in improving my Vit D levels. I prefer this product over Drisdol, as Decara is actually high-quality D3. (Drisdol is D2.) This has been much more effective for me. I highly recommend you ask your doctor about this product if you're trying to improve low Vitamin D levels. It worked very well for me."

• Ano...
• October 12, 2021

"I was told to take vitamin D for a deficiency. Started 2500 IU per day. Realized within a week my heart was pounding and decided to check my blood pressure. Was shocked to see it was at 165/90. Usual is 120-80 to 130/80. I exercise daily, eat sensibly, and am not overweight. Am stopping vitamin D immediately, as I have read that some people react badly to it. We’re all different, so why do doctors insist that supplements cannot cause these types of issues? I have also reacted badly to K2 in the past and no longer take it."

• Jad...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 19, 2021

"I have been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. I suffered from insomnia, night sweats, irritability, mood swings, chills, gastro issues (gas, acid reflux), heart palpitations, and fatigue. Labs showed a vitamin D deficiency. Doc started me on D3 4,000 IU daily (CVS brand of D3 50 mcg, 2,000 IU twice per day). I feel much better! I sleep through the night, and I'm not as irritable and moody each day. I feel happier and more energetic with less cravings for sugars and carbohydrates. I still feel heart palpitations, but they've decreased since quitting caffeine and getting serious about reducing stress. Diet changes include eliminating caffeine (including NSAIDs), reducing sugar, and eliminating dairy. I think the hormones in dairy contribute to my hormonal imbalance, and my body was desperately trying to compensate (the biggest indicator was adult acne disappearing and reduced growth of random facial hairs). Taking D3 for the last 2 months, along with dietary changes, has greatly improved symptoms."

• nar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 21, 2022

"On the 3rd dose, my heart was palpitating like an engine on full throttle. It was too scary. It started at approximately 11:30 and got normal by 23:00. I was alone, I had no clue what to do, kept drinking little water at small intervals. Complete no for this one or Calcirol for vitamin D. Now I can't imagine taking any drug for D."

• Mis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 26, 2022

"Started these 4 days ago, take 2 a day. My gosh, I've never felt so ill in my life, my head feels weird, shaking, sweating, then cold. I feel like I'm going to pass out. Stomach is really off, cramps, churning, feel sick to eat. Didn't have all this before taking them, won't be taking any more. Just want them out of my system."

• iha...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 31, 2025

"It works. I took 20,000 IU twice a week. I just feel minor reflux while taking this, not a big deal, though my vitamin D levels are back to a healthy range. Make sure to get a blood test regularly to not have calcium buildup."

• ira...
• October 24, 2022

"Instant diarrhea after 1 D Swisse. I thought a gastric bug. After a week, I stopped taking them. Slowly, it has taken 3 weeks to finally feel better. I am allergic to a lot of things, but never so instantly."

• Aqu...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 6, 2020

Cholecalciferol "I was low on vitamin D in my blood. Nurse practitioner prescribed me 50,000 units once a week for 4 months, then 2,000 units once per day for 3 months. It helped up my vitamin D levels from 20 to 60."

• Ray...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 15, 2023

Cholecalciferol "When taking high doses of Vitamin D3, it is important to also take K2-7 and magnesium. K2-7 helps to reabsorb calcium back into the bones and out of the blood."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 23, 2016

"I took this drug for almost 2 years, and then my doctor took me off of it when I lost my job, because I knew I wasn't going to have enough money for it."