Medical food for the dietary management of vitamin D deficiency.

Replesta is for the dietary management of vitamin D deficiency. It is unique in that it is chewable and contains 50,000 IU of vitamin D3 per serving. Replesta can be prescribed in a variety of ways allowing for individually tailored treatment strategies. These include weekly, semi-monthly and monthly dosing schedules.

Replesta can be used to manage vitamin D deficiency and to maintain sufficiency in at-risk patients. Dosing may be adjusted to meet the needs of various populations.

50,000 IU Vitamin D3 Per Easy-to-take Chewable Wafer

• 50,000 IU vitamin D3 per serving
• Orange-flavored chewable water
• No artificial colors or flavors
• Gluten-free
• Use under medical supervision

Versatile
Can be prescribed in a variety of ways, including weekly, semimonthly and monthly. This allows for individually tailored treatment strategies.
Vitamin D3
Contains 50,000 IU vitamin D3 per serving. Vitamin D3 has been shown to be more effective at raising serum 25(OH)D levels than vitamin D2.
Adherence
Lack of adherence is an important cause of lack of response. A versatile dosing regimen may be a welcome and viable option for people taking several medications.
Easy-to-take
Replesta is available as a delicious, orange-flavored chewable wafer.

Directions:
Replesta should be taken with the largest meal of the day. Adults 18 years and over Take 1 Replesta, once weekly (every seven days) for 8 weeks or as directed by your health care practitioner. Wafers must be chewed or crushed. Do not swallow whole wafers. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Children 10-17 years
Take 1 Replesta, once weekly (every seven days) for 2 weeks or as directed by your health care practitioner. Wafers must be chewed or crushed. Do not swallow whole wafers. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Contraindications:
Replesta should not be used in people with hypercalcemia, primary hyperparathyroidism, sarcoidosis, hypervitaminosis D or Williams syndrome. Do not use if you are pregnant.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.