How much vitamin D should I take?

Your vitamin D level should be above 150nmol/L (60ng/mL in the USA).

For those with low levels on first testing, a vitamin D megadose is recommended. 

You can take vitamin D through tablets or capsules, or some people choose to use an oral spray. 

Summer months / warmer climates

• If you get enough vitamin D from the sun (for example in the summer months or in a warm climate) you won’t need to take a supplement. More about UV and sunlight

Vitamin D dosage recommended levels for those who get less sun

• 10,000 IU of vitamin D3 daily in winter
• 5,000 IU of vitamin D3 daily in summer

The most you can take without risk of serious side effects is 10,000 IU per day.

Vitamin D dosage advice for families of those with MS

• 5,000 IU a day in winter for family members of people with MS
• We suggest 5,000 IU as the maximum dosage 
• Children will need proportionally smaller doses
• We also advise taking vitamin D3 supplements during pregnancy