Frequently Asked Questions

AltaVita D3 Soft Capsules (all strengths)

Source of gelatine?

The gelatine is of bovine origin.

Halal/Kosher certified?

The gelatine is halal/kosher certified. The certificate is only for the gelatine, not for the overall product. However, the only ingredient that is derived from slaughtered animals is the gelatine.

Suitability for Vegan

The product is not suitable for vegan since the gelatine is of bovine origin.

Suitability for vegetarian

The product is not suitable for vegetarians since the gelatine is of bovine origin.

Source of cholecalciferol

The cholecalciferol is derived from live sheep’s wool.

Nut, peanut, Soya nut content

The product is free from nuts, peanuts, soy nuts and their derivatives.

Gluten content

The product is free from cereals containing gluten and their derivatives.

Alcohol content

Ethanol is not listed as an excipient in the SmPC.

Sugar content

The soft capsules do not contain sugars.

Egg or egg product content

The soft capsules do not contain egg or egg products.

Fruits or berries

The soft capsules do not contain fruits or berries

IE-ALT-526 Date of Preparation: April 2026

Adverse events should be reported. Reporting forms and information are available from HPRA Pharmacovigilance on the HPRA website www.hpra.ie.

Adverse events should also be reported to Consilient Health at drugsafety@consilienthealth.com or 012057766.

The information on this website is intended for Healthcare Professionals who practice in the Republic of Ireland only.