৳ 6.02/unit
Pack: ৳ 60.20
৳ 6.02/unit
Pack: ৳ 60.20
At a glance
Vitamin E is indicated for the treatment and prevention of vitamin E deficiency. Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol) is also suggested to use as an antioxidant to promote, prevent and treat various health conditions.
Indications
- Cardiovascular disease
- Male infertility
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Vitamin E deficiency
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Macular Degeneration
Pharmacology
Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant in the body. Vitamin E protects polyunsaturated fatty acids and other oxygen-sensitive substances such as vitamin A & vitamin C from oxidation.
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- Betterment of Cardiovascular health: 400-800 mg/day
- Deficiency syndrome in adults: 200-400 mg/day
- Thalassemia: 800 mg/day
- Sickle-cell anemia: 400 mg/day
- Betterment of Skin & Hair: 200-400 mg/day
- Chronic cold in adults: 200 mg/day
Child Dose (Oral):
- Deficiency syndrome in children: 200 mg/day
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Flatulence
- Diarrhea
- Blurred vision
- Necrotizing enterocolitis (infants)
- Increased serum creatinine
- Increased risk of hemorrhagic stroke
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Category A; no evidence of the safety of high doses of vitamin E in pregnancy, therefore should not use in pregnancy especially in the first trimester.
Pregnancy Category: A — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
- Vitamin E may enhance the anticoagulant activity of anticoagulant drugs
- May increase bleeding tendency in vitamin K deficient patients or those taking anticoagulant treatments
Overdose effects
Symptoms: Transient gastrointestinal disturbances (with doses greater than 1000 IU daily).
Treatment: Supportive care.
Storage conditions
Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.