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Vitamin D3 100 mcg (4,000 IU) Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Carlson

Softgel Capsule Category: Vitamin
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Vitamin D3 100 mcg (4,000 IU) is a dietary supplement by Carlson with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for bone health and osteoporosis, correcting vitamin d deficiency, immune system support.Based on those ingredients, 717 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Vitamin D. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Vitamin D3 100 mcg (4,000 IU) by Carlson

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: vitamin D (cholecalciferol), at 100 mcg per softgel, which equals 4,000 IU—the maximum daily amount considered safe for long-term use in adults. The inactive ingredients are sunflower oil (the carrier) and the soft gel shell itself.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Strong

Clinical evidence supports at least one of this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Bone support, immune function, and heart health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Corticosteroid-induced osteoporosis, Fall prevention, Fractures, Frailty, Heart failure — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Vitamin D is rated "Likely Effective" for Corticosteroid-induced osteoporosis (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Vitamin D is rated "Possibly Effective" for Heart failure, Hyperparathyroidism-related bone loss.
  • Also on file: Vitamin D is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Fractures.

Vitamin D at this dose is effective for treating vitamin D deficiency conditions, including rickets, osteomalacia (soft bones from low vitamin D), familial hypophosphatemia (a genetic calcium disorder), renal osteodystrophy (bone disease from kidney failure), and hypoparathyroidism (underactive parathyroid glands). The evidence we hold does not cover effectiveness for other uses like bone health in otherwise healthy people.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Vitamin D

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Vitamin D is generally well tolerated at recommended doses, but very high doses over extended time can cause toxicity, with symptoms including high blood calcium (hypercalcemia), bone loss in adults, and slowed growth in children. Some people taking excessive vitamin D have also experienced eye inflammation and light sensitivity.

Vitamin D is likely safe during pregnancy at recommended amounts, but some evidence suggests possible concern at higher doses—use only under your doctor's guidance. It is considered likely safe while breastfeeding at recommended doses.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Vitamin D

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Vitamin D.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: heart-rhythm medications.
  • For scale: 718 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking this product, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take digoxin or other heart medications (verapamil, diltiazem), thiazide diuretics, atorvastatin, calcipotriene, or aluminum-based antacids. The most serious risk is with digoxin.

Also mention it if you take any medications broken down by the liver enzyme CYP3A4—a large group that includes many common drugs.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product is appropriate for people being treated for vitamin D deficiency or related bone and mineral disorders under medical supervision. If you take medications for your heart, blood pressure, cholesterol, or kidney disease, or use aluminum-containing antacids, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this supplement—the dose is right at the safety threshold, and certain drug combinations need monitoring.

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Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 19, 2022.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Vitamin D3 100 mcg (4,000 IU), straight from the product label.

Brand Carlson
Barcode (UPC) 088395014338
Net contents 360 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 19, 2022
DSLD ID 266362
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Vitamin D3 100 mcg (4,000 IU) by Carlson, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
360
UPC/BARCODE
088395014338
IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin D100 mcg500%

Other ingredients: Sunflower Oil, Soft Gel Shell

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Label statements
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Seals/Symbols

IGEN Non-GMO Tested

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formulation

Bone support Immune function Heart health

IGEN Non-GMO Tested Gluten-free Milk/Casein-free No artificial preservatives

Scientific research indicates Vitamin D3 plays an important role in promoting teeth, bone, and muscle health; immune and cardiovascular system function; and calcium absorption.

Potency & quality guaranted An FDA regulated facility

General Statements

Providing the highest quality nutritional supplements since 1965

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Adults: take one soft gel daily at mealtime.

Storage

Keep bottle tightly closed. Store away from heat and moisture.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Vitamin D3 100 mcg (4,000 IU) by Carlson label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Vitamin D3 100 mcg (4,000 IU) by Carlson

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container360 Amounts shown are per serving.

Vitamin D

Interacts with
717 drugs
100 mcg per serving Form: Cholecalciferol

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and is important for healthy bones, muscles, and immune function. Many people,...

Vitamin D monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Sunflower Oil, Soft Gel Shell. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Vitamin D3 100 mcg (4,000 IU) by Carlson Drug Interactions

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717Drugs
80 Moderate 637 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Vitamin D 717

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Vitamin D3 100 mcg (4,000 IU) with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Vitamin D8 drug types · 717 drugs

Aluminum

Vitamin D might increase aluminum absorption and toxicity, but this has only been reported in people with renal failure.
The protein that transports calcium across the intestinal wall can also bind and transport aluminum. This protein is stimulated by vitamin D, which may therefore increase aluminum absorption. This mechanism may contribute to increased aluminum levels and toxicity in people with renal failure, when they take vitamin D and aluminum-containing phosphate binders chronically.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
Atorvastatin (Lipitor)

Vitamin D might reduce absorption of atorvastatin.
A small, low-quality clinical study shows that taking vitamin D reduces levels of atorvastatin and its active metabolites by up to 55%. However, while atorvastatin levels decreased, total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels did not substantially change. Atorvastatin is metabolized in the gut by CYP3A4 enzymes, and researchers theorized that vitamin D might induce CYP3A4, causing reduced levels of atorvastatin. However, this proposed mechanism was not specifically studied.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
Calcipotriene (Dovonex)

Taking calcipotriene with vitamin D increases the risk for hypercalcemia.
Calcipotriene is a vitamin D analog used topically for psoriasis. It can be absorbed in sufficient amounts to cause systemic effects, including hypercalcemia. Theoretically, combining calcipotriene with vitamin D supplements might increase the risk of hypercalcemia.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Digoxin (Lanoxin)

Theoretically, hypercalcemia induced by high-dose vitamin D can increase the risk of arrhythmia from digoxin.
High doses of vitamin D can cause hypercalcemia. Hypercalcemia increases the risk of fatal cardiac arrhythmias with digoxin. Avoid vitamin D doses above the tolerable upper intake level (4000 IU daily for adults) and monitor serum calcium levels in people taking vitamin D and digoxin concurrently.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Diltiazem (Cardizem, Others)

Theoretically, hypercalcemia induced by high-dose vitamin D can reduce the therapeutic effects of diltiazem for arrhythmia.
High doses of vitamin D can cause hypercalcemia. Hypercalcemia can reduce the effectiveness of verapamil in atrial fibrillation. Theoretically this could also occur with diltiazem. Avoid vitamin D doses above the tolerable upper intake level (4000 IU daily for adults) and monitor serum calcium levels in people taking vitamin D and diltiazem concurrently.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
Thiazide Diuretics

Theoretically, taking thiazide diuretics and high-dose vitamin D can increase the risk of hypercalcemia.
Thiazide diuretics decrease urinary calcium excretion, which could lead to hypercalcemia if vitamin D supplements are taken concurrently. This has been reported in people being treated with vitamin D for hypoparathyroidism, and also in elderly people with normal parathyroid function who were taking a thiazide, vitamin D, and calcium-containing antacids daily.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Verapamil (Calan, Others)

Hypercalcemia induced by high-dose vitamin D can reduce the therapeutic effects of verapamil for arrhythmia.
Hypercalcemia due to high doses of vitamin D can reduce the effectiveness of verapamil in atrial fibrillation. Avoid vitamin D doses above the tolerable upper intake level (4000 IU daily for adults) and monitor serum calcium levels in people taking vitamin D and verapamil concurrently.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Vitamin D might induce CYP3A4 enzymes and reduce the bioavailability of CYP3A4 substrates.
There is some concern that vitamin D might induce CYP3A4. In vitro research suggests that vitamin D induces CYP3A4 transcription. Additionally, observational research has found that increased UV light exposure and serum vitamin D levels are associated with decreased serum levels of CYP3A4 substrates such as tacrolimus and sirolimus, while no association between UV light exposure or vitamin D levels and levels of mycophenolic acid, a non-CYP3A4 substrate, was found. A small, low-quality clinical study shows that taking vitamin D reduces levels of the CYP3A4 substrate atorvastatin and its active metabolites by up to 55%; however, the clinical effects of atorvastatin were not reduced. While researchers theorized that vitamin D might induce CYP3A4, this proposed mechanism was not specifically studied.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Vitamin D3 100 mcg (4,000 IU), from the product label.

Carlson

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Name
Carlson Division of J.R. Carlson Laboratories, Inc.
City
Arlington Heights
State
IL
ZipCode
60004
Phone Number
888-234-5656
Web Address
carlsonlabs.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Vitamin D3 100 mcg (4,000 IU) by Carlson: Common Questions

Does Vitamin D3 100 mcg (4,000 IU) by Carlson interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Vitamin D3 100 mcg (4,000 IU) has a known interaction with 717 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Vitamin D3 100 mcg (4,000 IU) contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Is this dose safe to take every day?
Yes—4,000 IU is the tolerable upper intake level for adults, meaning it's safe for daily long-term use. But it's the ceiling, not a target. If you're taking it under medical guidance for a deficiency, your doctor will let you know when to stop or adjust. If you're taking it on your own, ask your doctor or pharmacist whether you actually need it.
Can I take this while pregnant?
Vitamin D is likely safe during pregnancy at recommended doses, but the data also hints at possible concern at higher amounts. This dose is at the upper limit, so use it only under your doctor's guidance during pregnancy. They'll tell you if it's right for you and your baby.
What are the symptoms of taking too much vitamin D?
Vitamin D toxicity causes high blood calcium, which can lead to bone loss, poor growth in children, eye inflammation, and light sensitivity. Serious cases can involve kidney damage and anemia. This typically happens with very high doses over time, not from a single dose or short-term use at recommended levels.
Can I take this with my blood pressure or heart medication?
It depends on which medication you take. Certain blood pressure and heart rhythm drugs can interact with vitamin D. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before combining them—they may want to monitor your blood calcium or adjust your dose.
Does this product have any fillers or other inactive ingredients?
Yes—it contains sunflower oil as a carrier and a soft gel shell. There are no unnecessary fillers beyond what's needed to make the softgel.
Is vitamin D in this product the same as the vitamin D your skin makes from sunlight?
The product facts we hold don't cover that comparison. What we can tell you is that this product contains vitamin D (cholecalciferol), the form your body uses, and it's effective for treating vitamin D deficiency disorders.

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Sources & How We Checked

Vitamin D3 100 mcg (4,000 IU)'s label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 25 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Vitamin D 25 references
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See these in context on the Vitamin D monograph →

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