At a glance
- For adults with a vitamin D deficiency confirmed by a test.
- Have your blood vitamin D test result ready – 25(OH)D.
- Kidney disease and calcium metabolism disorders need to be managed by a doctor.
When it's worth using
The consultation is intended for people who have a recent vitamin D test result and want to discuss what to do next. The symptoms of deficiency are not very specific, which is why the decision is based on the test result and not just on how you feel.
What the nurse can do
The Minister of Health's list allows nurses to independently prescribe colecalciferol, that is, vitamin D₃.
The nurse will assess your test result, ask about long-term conditions and any products you take and, if a medicine is appropriate, issue an e-prescription. They may also recommend a follow-up test.
If you already take vitamin D prescribed by a doctor and want to continue, see the repeat prescription page.
How it works
You fill in a form
You describe your symptoms and answer questions about your health, the medicines you take and your medical history. It takes a few minutes.
A nurse assesses your request
A nurse or midwife reads your answers and, if anything is missing, asks follow-up questions. It is the nurse or midwife who decides whether a prescription is appropriate.
You get an e-prescription or a clear answer
If a medicine is appropriate, you receive an e-prescription code that you can use at any pharmacy. If not, you'll find out why and what to do next.
When you need to see a doctor
Book an appointment with a doctor instead of an online consultation if:
- you have kidney disease or kidney stones,
- you have been diagnosed with a calcium metabolism disorder,
- you are pregnant or breastfeeding,
- it concerns a child or anyone under 18,
- you already take high doses of vitamin D or calcium,
- you don't have a test result and your symptoms are severe.
In an emergency – severe pain, shortness of breath, confusion or loss of consciousness, rapidly worsening symptoms – call 112 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department (SOR). An online consultation is not an emergency service.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to have a test result?
Yes. The decision to treat a deficiency is based on the result of a blood vitamin D test.
Can a nurse issue a prescription for vitamin D?
Yes. Colecalciferol is on the list of substances that a nurse can prescribe independently.
Will I definitely get a prescription?
There's no guarantee. A prescription is issued only when the medicine is appropriate and safe.
The content on this page is for information only and is not a substitute for medical advice.
