Generic
Natural Vitamin E
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At a glance
Natural Vitamin E is an antioxidant that protects the body from free radical damage. It is used for prevention and treatment of vitamin E deficiency, heart disease, thalassemia, sickle cell anemia, and improving skin and hair health.
Description
Natural Vitamin E is an antioxidant that protects polyunsaturated fatty acids and other oxygen-sensitive substances like vitamin A & C from oxidation. It reacts with free radicals to prevent oxidative damage to cell membranes. Vitamin E deficiency may cause irritability, edema, thrombosis and hemolytic anemia in premature neonates.
Indications
- Prevention and treatment of Vitamin E deficiency
- As an antioxidant
- Healthy hair & skin
- Hemolytic anemia due to Vitamin E deficiency
- Nitrate tolerance
- Physical performance
- Sunburn
- Liver disease
- Thalassemia (800 IU/day)
- Sickle cell anemia (400 IU/day)
Therapeutic class
Vitamin-E Preparations
Pharmacological class
Antioxidant
Pharmacology
Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant that protects polyunsaturated fatty acids and other oxygen-sensitive substances from oxidation. It reacts with free radicals to prevent oxidative damage to cell membranes.
Mechanism of action
Protects the body from free radical damage and corrects vitamin E deficiency.
Dosage
Adult Dose:
- Cardiovascular health: 400-800 IU/day
- Deficiency syndrome: 200-400 IU/day
- Thalassemia: 800 IU/day
- Sickle cell anemia: 400 IU/day
- Skin & hair improvement: 200-400 IU/day
- Chronic cold: 200 IU/day
Pediatric Dose: Deficiency syndrome: 200 IU/day
Administration
- Swallow capsule whole
- Take at the same time each day
- Best taken with food
Missed dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember; skip if it's almost time for next dose; do not double the dose.
Side effects
Side Effects (Overdose):
- Nausea
- Hypertension
- Fatigue
- Diarrhea
- Blurred vision
Precautions & warnings
- Oral use contraindicated in coagulation disorders or anticoagulant therapy
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Coagulation disorders
- Anticoagulant therapy
Drug interactions
- Vitamin E impairs absorption of vitamin A & K
- Impairs function of vitamin K
Food interactions
Take with food for better absorption.
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Vitamin E is safe during pregnancy at recommended doses; higher doses not established.
Pregnancy Category: A — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Use in lactation
Use in Lactation: Vitamin E is safe during breastfeeding at recommended doses; higher doses not established.
Pediatric use
Pediatric dose of 200 IU/day established for deficiency syndrome.
Geriatric use
Safe and beneficial for elderly.
Renal / hepatic impairment
Renal Impairment: Caution in kidney disease; dose adjustment may be needed.
Hepatic Impairment: Caution in liver disease; dose adjustment may be needed.
Overdose effects
Overdose may cause nausea, hypertension, fatigue, diarrhea, blurred vision; symptomatic treatment.
Storage conditions
Store below 30°C in a dry place, protected from light; keep out of reach of children.
Chemical structure
Natural Vitamin E