vitamin d supplementation guidelines 200 vs 400 IU

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  • October 4, 2012 at 2:47 pm #242

    conyarko
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    There is a statement in neonatology on vit D requirement for babies and kids. Can you rectify or confirm 200IU/day. I think the new recommendation says 400IU.

    October 4, 2012 at 2:48 pm #243

    ashish
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    Thanks! You’re right… Here’s the AAP guideline – http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/122/5/1142.full

    Here’s the revised version:

    EXCLUSIVELY BREAST FED BABIES

    In exclusively breast fed babies, look for Vitamin D and Vitamin K deficiencies.

    PEARL: ALL BABIES/KIDS are now supposed to get a total of 400 IU (international units) of Vitamin D per day in their diet. For formula fed babies, this is usually attainable through the formula. Breastfed babies need supplementation.

    PEARL: Patients with CF (CYSTIC FIBROSIS) or RICKETS need > 1600 IU per day!

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