Same molecule as Nature Made D3, NOW Foods D3
40 to 60 percent of American adults are deficient. The correction costs $0.07 per day.
Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) 1000 IU 100ct. The most reviewed product in Wellness Essentials. Regulates immune function, bone density, mood, insulin sensitivity, and cardiovascular health.
Ships within 1 to 2 business days from our pharmacy. Free shipping on subscriptions and orders over $50.
The protocol.
- 1 softgel (1000 IU) daily with a meal containing fat
- Vitamin D is fat soluble. Empty stomach absorption is reduced 40 percent.
- Take with breakfast for consistency
- Allow 8 to 12 weeks for blood level changes
- Get tested before deciding between 1000 IU and 5000 IU dose
Safe for. Use with caution.
Safe for
- Adults across all ages without severe deficiency
- Daily long term use without dependence
- Pregnancy with physician approval
- Patients on most prescription medications
Use with caution
- Known hypercalcemia (high blood calcium). Discuss with physician.
- Granulomatous diseases (sarcoidosis, tuberculosis). D3 can worsen hypercalcemia in these conditions.
- Kidney stones history with calcium oxalate stones. Discuss with physician.
- On thiazide diuretics. Combined effects can raise blood calcium.
Before you buy just the tablet, look at this.
Complete Immune Support Kit$45.99
- Vitamin D3 1000 IU
- Vitamin C 500mg
- Probiotic 50 Billion CFU
- Omega-3 Fish Oil 1000mg
Individual total: $55.96 → Kit: $45.99 → You save $9.97.
Plus you skip the $50 minimum entirely.
Get the Complete Kit. Best ValueThis product is new to the shop. Verified customer reviews will appear here as they come in. Have a question before then? Ask Dr. Mike.
Complete the protocol.
What chain pharmacies never explain.
40 to 60 percent of American adults are vitamin D deficient. In regions with limited sun exposure or for adults who spend most days indoors, the deficiency rates are significantly higher. People with darker skin tones produce less vitamin D from sun exposure due to melanin's UV absorption, making deficiency more common.
Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) regulates far more than bone health. It modulates immune function (both innate and adaptive immunity), bone density (calcium absorption and bone mineralization), mood (deficiency is linked to seasonal affective disorder and depression), insulin sensitivity (impacts metabolic health), and cardiovascular health (deficient adults have higher rates of cardiovascular events).
1000 IU daily maintains sufficient levels in adults without severe deficiency. For known deficiency (25-hydroxyvitamin D blood test below 30 ng/mL), 5000 IU daily corrects deficiency more quickly. Most adults benefit from getting tested before deciding which dose is appropriate.
D3 cholecalciferol is 87 percent more potent at raising serum levels than the D2 form (ergocalciferol) found in some prescription supplements. The D3 form is what your skin produces from sun exposure, the natural human form.
If I could recommend one supplement to every patient regardless of age, health status, or other medications, this is it. D3 deficiency is epidemic, the consequences are serious, and the correction costs $0.07 per day. The 1000 IU maintains sufficient levels. The 5000 IU corrects deficiency. Get tested, then decide which dose you need. This is the single most underused correction in American medicine.
Dr. Mike Acheampong, PharmD, MPH. Fairview Pharmacy, Hattiesburg, MS.
Questions, answered.
Is this product third party tested?
Yes. Every product in the Fairview Wellness Essentials line meets at least one of these independent standards: USP Verified, NSF Certified, or ConsumerLab Tested. These organizations test for purity (no heavy metals or contaminants), potency (label dose matches contents), and dissolution (the tablet actually breaks down and absorbs). Third party verification is one of the three required tests every Wellness Essentials product must pass.
Will this interact with my prescription medications?
Many supplements interact with common prescriptions. Fish oil with warfarin can elevate bleeding risk. Vitamin K with warfarin destabilizes INR. Calcium with levothyroxine reduces thyroid absorption. Magnesium with bisphosphonates affects bone medication absorption. Before ordering, call the pharmacy for a free medication interaction review. Takes 10 minutes. Included with every order.
How soon will my order ship?
Orders ship within 1 to 2 business days from our pharmacy in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. You'll receive tracking once your package leaves the pharmacy. Free shipping on orders over $50. Kit purchases skip the $50 minimum and qualify for free shipping automatically.
What is your return policy?
30 day money back guarantee on unopened or opened products. If a supplement isn't working for you, return it for a full refund. If something arrives damaged or incorrect, contact us within 7 days and we'll make it right.
Can I use my FSA or HSA card?
Yes. Fairview Pharmacy accepts FSA and HSA cards for eligible products. Many vitamins and supplements qualify with a Letter of Medical Necessity from your physician. Contact us if you have questions about specific product eligibility.
One product is good. The kit is the protocol.
Dr. Mike doesn't hand patients single products. He hands them protocols. The Complete Immune Support Kit is the full version of what most people need. And it skips the $50 minimum.