What is the recommended dosage for Vitamin D?

General: 600-800 IU/day (RDA); Skin Health: 1,000-4,000 IU/day (targeting 30-50 ng/mL serum 25(OH)D)

What are the side effects of Vitamin D?

Potential side effects include: Generally well-tolerated at recommended doses, Hypercalcemia at very high doses (nausea, vomiting, weakness), Kidney stones (rare, at excessive doses).

What is vitamin D and how may it relate to skin health?

Vitamin D plays roles in skin cell growth, differentiation, and immune function in the skin. Vitamin D receptors are present in keratinocytes. Low vitamin D levels have been associated with several skin conditions including psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and vitiligo. Vitamin D analogs are used topically in psoriasis treatment.

What dosage of vitamin D has been studied for skin conditions?

Clinical studies for skin conditions have used 1,000–4,000 IU of vitamin D3 per day. Psoriasis studies have used up to 35,000 IU daily under close medical supervision (risk of hypercalcemia). For general skin health, maintaining adequate blood levels (30–50 ng/mL of 25-OH-D) through standard supplementation is recommended.

What are the potential side effects of vitamin D supplements?

Vitamin D is safe at recommended doses but excessive intake causes hypercalcemia with symptoms including nausea, weakness, confusion, and kidney damage. The tolerable upper intake level is 4,000 IU daily for adults, though some experts support higher levels under monitoring. Vitamin D3 is preferred over D2 for supplementation.

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다른 이름: Cholecalciferol (D3), Ergocalciferol (D2), Calciferol, Sunshine Vitamin

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Vitamin D is a secosteroid hormone produced in skin via UVB exposure that regulates keratinocyte differentiation, supports antimicrobial peptide production (cathelicidin), modulates immune responses, and supports wound healing. A systematic review found vitamin D deficiency is significantly associated with increased severity of atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, and vitiligo.

How It Works

Secosteroid hormone produced in skin via UVB exposure; regulates keratinocyte differentiation, supports antimicrobial peptide (cathelicidin) production, modulates immune responses in skin, and supports wound healing through calcium-dependent signaling.

Evidence For Conditions

건강 상태	등급	연구	참여자
Psoriasis	B	16	2200	보기 →
Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)	B	12	1800	보기 →
Vitiligo	D	4	300	보기 →

Side Effects

Generally well-tolerated at recommended doses
Hypercalcemia at very high doses (nausea, vomiting, weakness)
Kidney stones (rare, at excessive doses)

Drug & Supplement Interactions

Thiazide diuretics (may increase calcium levels)
Corticosteroids (may reduce vitamin D absorption)
Orlistat and cholestyramine (reduce absorption of fat-soluble vitamins)
Calcipotriene (additive vitamin D effect)

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Related Ingredients

Vitamin C Vitamin E Vitamin A (Retinol) Biotin Niacinamide

핵심 정보

용량: General: 600-800 IU/day (RDA); Skin_Health: 1,000-4,000 IU/day (targeting 30-50 ng/mL serum 25(OH)D)
제형: softgel capsule liquid drops gummy tablet
천연 원료: Sunlight (UVB radiation), Fatty fish, Egg yolks, Fortified milk, Mushrooms (UV-exposed)
상한 섭취량: 4,000 IU/day (IOM); many experts consider up to 10,000 IU/day safe
권장 복용 시간: With meals containing fat for better absorption

근거 요약

Psoriasis B

Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) B

Vitiligo D

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