Is this the same as a RX Vit D
1959871
Well, depends as others have said: which form of it was written. We've bought this in the past and also the RX version of it overseas but that is about 4x more costly and we saw no benefit to it in monthly blood tests - My wife now takes 50,000 units twice a week with 2000 on all other days. If you really want (100) of the RX form of D3, be prepared to pay (no insurance accepted) and look at "inhousepharmacy". Meanwhile, we're buying this product again.
1959872
My doctor wrote an RX for 50,000 I.U. the Giant Eagle near my home filled my RX with Biotech product and charge my $5.00 for 8 pills. As you can see Amazon seller supplied me with 100 for $20.00. I went to see my doctor if fact yesterday, and told him of my finding to which he said "yes, it's the same". The RX was for my insurance company .... I think that 0.20 cents a pill, is a lot better than 8 for $5.00.But let me get off my soap box and say YES, it's the same. But to be safe ask your doctor.Have a Happy Thanksgiving. G-d bless, Barbara Newkirk
1959873
Yes. It's one of the few companies that produce 50,000 IU in VitD3... so it's likely to be exactly the same as most doctors are now prescribing. In fact my friend Patrick was being charged about $4/tablet (for Biotech 50,000 IU) at the pharmacy and they were doling them out 3 or 4 at a time. That was with a government subsidy as it was a prescription... so it must have been significantly more before the subsidy! Ouch!!! This is dirt cheap by comparison. You'll have about 4 years supply in a bottle.
1959874
Vitamin D2 50,000 units per cap. is the Rx form and there is lots of controversy regarding it being preferred over vitamin d3 Check it out on" google". !
1959875
I'm in the market for a good Vit D3, but I was told that dosages of over 5000 IU were dangerous due to toxic build up. How is this product safe at 50,000iu? Any info is greatly appreciated.
1959876
I believe it say prescription strength my wife take them and I know she only takes one a week. But to honestly answer your question I'm not a 100% sure.
1959877
I am a physician with a personal interest in Vitamin D research, here's the skinny: There is only one form of prescription vitamin D- ergocalciferol (D2) 50,000 IU. This product is cholecalciferol (D3) 50,000 IU and is not chemically identical. There is strong evidence, however, that the OTC form (D3) is superior to the Rx form (D2) in both absorption rates and sustained effect. In addition, the Rx form (D2) is not what the human body creates on it's own, it makes D3. While both will raise the total level of Vit-D-25-OH tested on vitamin D blood assays, only the OTC D3 form significantly raises the naturally formed isomer of D3. I know of no research that investigates whether elevated D2 levels have the same health benefits as are seen with elevated natural D3 levels. Ergocalciferol was grandfathered in as a drug by the FDA in 1940 when they started regulating medications, and has been used since out of habit. Most doctors are not well educated on this subject and prescribe the Rx form as it is the only formulation able to be prescribed, and because it is dogma. In short, this OTC form of cholecalciferol D3 is better absorbed, longer lasting, cheaper, more accessible, and a match to naturally produced human vitamin D analogues. It can be safely substituted for ergocalciferol D2 prescribed by your doctor.
1472020
I'm sorry to say I never opened the capsule to find out. I don't think so, thou as they are capsules, not soft gels. I do know that I love them and they seem to help me with avoiding colds, flu etc when taken with my Vit D3.
1237055
These are the pills I ordered suggested by my doctor. The Bone Health looks like a different product. You'll have to check the ingredients on the bottles. And contact the seller and ask them the difference. There certainly is a difference in price!
2083040
I have bought Prevage MD fromMy dermatologist and from Amazon and do not see any difference! I would say the ones that I have received are authentic.
882350
No. The DR is thicker & pearlescent (sp?) looking & the NT is a little runnier. However, it has the right ingredients in it to make it nourishing.
513090
Good question, I know they are different but never really asked how.. I will query my doc and ask her what the difference is and repost if I find out. I used to be on Vit D 1,000 until my alternative Doc changed me to D 3, 5,000 units 2x a day. It is the sunshine vitamin and although I am a sunbather and frequently spend hours at the beach or outside, I am still lacking in D 3 which is why my dosage is so high. My Doc stated you can never really get enough of D3, it helps to prevent cancer amongst many other diseases, keeps the cells happy and I have to say after sitting in the sun for over 50 yrs, never a skin cancer. All depends on the genes too, I tend to tan very easily. Good luck Good question, I know they are different but never really asked how.. I will query my doc and ask her what the difference is and repost if I find out. I used to be on Vit D 1,000 until my alternative Doc changed me to D 3, 5,000 units 2x a day. It is the sunshine vitamin and although I am a sunbather and frequently spend hours at the beach or outside, I am still lacking in D 3 which is why my dosage is so high. My Doc stated you can never really get enough of D3, it helps to prevent cancer amongst many other diseases, keeps the cells happy and I have to say after sitting in the sun for over... » Read More Good question, I know they are different but never really asked how.. I will query my doc and ask her what the difference is and repost if I find out. I used to be on Vit D 1,000 until my alternative Doc changed me to D 3, 5,000 units 2x a day. It is the sunshine vitamin and although I am a sunbather and frequently spend hours at the beach or outside, I am still lacking in D 3 which is why my dosage is so high. My Doc stated you can never really get enough of D3, it helps to prevent cancer amongst many other diseases, keeps the cells happy and I have to say after sitting in the sun for over 50 yrs, never a skin cancer. All depends on the genes too, I tend to tan very easily. Good luck « Show Less
1290851
i'm not sure actually. i am at the office and my vit c is at home. so i will have to get back to you later.
1360782
Here's a thorough explanation: http://www.diffen.com/difference/Vitamin_D2_vs_Vitamin_D3
1981513
To me there is not a lot of difference. I changed when my dermatologist stopped carrying the MD forte and had the Vivite Night Renewal Facial Crème.
467889
Yes it is the same. After I bought one from Amazon, my Walgreens featured them on sale for much less...so check there first...Enjoy! Sorry for the delay in answering...J. Miller, Ocala, FL
867247
As listed on the label, it contains Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol); Microcrystalline cellulose; gelatin capsule (Kosher and Halal certified). I'm not a health care professional so I won't recommend dosing suggestions. However, I will say that different medical conditions will influence how much a person should take and my dosing is significantly different than what was recommended by another reviewer. Your physician can check you Vit D levels with a simple blood test to make sure you are taking enough, or to make sure you aren't taking too much.
2001907
Does this product work for you...? It could be watered down with too much olive oil? Curious because I have never used this product, but always purchase my Vit D drops after researching the company and it's ingredients, and how they are manufactured, processed, ect. I do use this company for another product in my home. I will say most of their products, seem to be standard, for good all natural purposes. In my own words only, "not superior".
2042365
I looked that up when I got these, and yes it is Vitamin D3. I think I actually asked someone at the Vitamin Code company to be sure!
930597
Yes, I believe it is the same. Seems like they changed their labeling on restoraderm products a few months ago.
1513523
The label on the back says vitamin D as cholecalciferol. Cholecaciferol is vitamin D3. Here is a link of information on it which may be helpful. http://www.webmd.com/drugs/drug-6152-Cholecalciferol+Vitamin+D3+Oral.aspx?drugid=6152&drugname=Cholecalciferol+(Vitamin+D3)+Oral I am not a doctor or representative of the company. We just take this supplement to boost immune function because we live in the very cold Northern country.
296358
It's the same product. Nordic has told me on the phone that they "double dip" the market by putting out "pro" products for the doctor's offices which are the SAME THING as what you buy in the store and here online. Same items, same potency, different name, more money for Nordic. :)
1013901
No Vitamin D. Generic for the original Osteo-Bi-Flex formula, glucosamine + chondoitin only.