What is Vitamin D3 (Lichen-derived) used for in medicines?

Vitamin D3 sourced from lichen instead of lanolin. Halal/vegan-friendly D3.

What are common sources of Vitamin D3 (Lichen-derived)?

Common sources include: Lichen. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.

Is Vitamin D3 (Lichen-derived) halal?

Vitamin D3 (Lichen-derived) is classified halal for halal use with High confidence. Vitamin D3 sourced from lichen instead of lanolin. Plant origin; halal.

Active / supplement · Confidence: High

Also known as: vegan D3

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What it is

Vitamin D3 sourced from lichen instead of lanolin.

Source:FDA Inactive Ingredient Database (IIG)

Why it's here

Halal/vegan-friendly D3.

See:FDA Inactive Ingredient Database (IIG)

Why it may matter

Plant origin; halal.

Source:FDA Inactive Ingredient Database (IIG)

Common sources

Lichen

Reason codes

plantDerived

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Is Vitamin D3 (Lichen-derived) halal?: RxHalal currently classifies Vitamin D3 (Lichen-derived) as HALAL (High confidence). Plant origin; halal. This is information only — not a fatwa or medical advice.
What is Vitamin D3 (Lichen-derived) used for in medicines?: Vitamin D3 sourced from lichen instead of lanolin. Halal/vegan-friendly D3.
What are common sources of Vitamin D3 (Lichen-derived)?: Common sources include: Lichen. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.