What is Vitamin D?
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, which is critical in absorbing calcium and phosphate from the intestines. The first of the two forms is Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol), which is normally found in plants. The second form is Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol), which synthesised using sunlight at the level of the skin, or can be taken as a supplement or given as an injection.
Vitamin D Injection Overview
300k
IU Dosage
20
Minute Appointment
0
Downtime
GP
Doctor Led
What causes reduced levels of Vitamin D?
When the body’s requirements outweigh the amount synthesised, particularly common in residents in the UK and Western Europe
Inadequate food intake or poor intestinal absorption
What are the benefits of Vitamin D injections?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Strengthen bones | Vitamin D helps in the absorption and use of calcium, which is needed to develop strong bones. Therefore, reduces the risk of fractures |
| Fights infection | Improves the function of the immune system to fight against infection |
| Helps cancer patients | For example, a low level of vitamin D has shown to increase the risk of colon cancer and can have a negative impact on the survival of these patients |
| Protective against heart disease | The Framingham Heart Study found that patients with low levels of Vitamin D have a 60% higher risk of heart disease 5 |
| Reduces risk of hypertension | Vitamin D injection can be useful to reduce systolic blood pressure in those at risk of hypertension |
| Reduces the risks associated with obesity | Low levels of vitamin D are common in patients with obesity and may explain the increased risk of these patients for certain cancers and higher cardiovascular disease risk |
| Benefits in pre-diabetes | A study found that those who took combined calcium-vitamin D supplements had a lower rise in glucose levels at 3 years compared with those without |
| Improves symptoms of depression | High doses of vitamin D have shown to ameliorate symptoms of depression |
| Reduces risk of cognitive decline | The InCHIANTI study found that low levels of vitamin D were associated with substantial cognitive decline in the elderly population |
| Reduces risk of Parkinson’s disease | High vitamin D levels provide protection against Parkinson’s disease |
| Reduces risk of Multiple Sclerosis | High circulating levels of vitamin D are associated with a lower risk of developing multiple sclerosis |
| Reduces risk of Influenza A | Vitamin D3 supplementation during winter may reduce the incidence of Influenza A |
| Reduces risk of Bacterial Vaginosis | In pregnant women, a deficiency of Vitamin D increases the risk for Bacterial Vaginosis |
| Reduces risk of Pelvic Floor Disorders | Higher vitamin D levels are associated with a decreased risk of pelvic floor disorders (urinary and faecal incontinence) in women |
| Protects against Age-related macular degeneration | High serum vitamin D concentrations may protect against early AMD in women under 75 years old |
| Improves Restless Leg Syndrome | Vitamin D supplementation has shown to improve the severity of restless less syndrome symptoms |
| Improves Vitiligo and Psoriasis | High-dose Vitamin D3 therapy may be effective and safe for vitiligo and psoriasis patients |
How Vitamin D Injections Work
Blood Profile
Routine blood testing is carried out to assess your current Vitamin D levels and bone health markers.
Doctor Consultation
Meet with one of our experienced private GPs who will review your health history, symptoms and blood results before recommending treatment.
Quick Injection
Receive a fast intramuscular (IM) Vitamin D injection (300,000 IU) administered by our doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vitamin D Injections
What are Vitamin D injections?
Vitamin D injections provide a concentrated dose of Vitamin D3 directly into the muscle, helping to increase Vitamin D levels efficiently.
How long does a Vitamin D injection take?
The injection itself usually takes only a few minutes, with the entire appointment typically lasting around 15–20 minutes.
How quickly will I notice benefits?
Many patients report gradual improvements in energy levels and wellbeing within several weeks.
Who is suitable for Vitamin D injections?
Vitamin D injections may be suitable for individuals with low Vitamin D levels, deficiency symptoms, or those who struggle to maintain adequate levels through diet and supplements alone.
Are Vitamin D injections safe?
When administered by qualified healthcare professionals following appropriate assessment, Vitamin D injections are generally safe and well tolerated.
Vitamin D Injection Pricing
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