Generic
Vitamin C + Vitamin E
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At a glance
The active ingredients of Vitamin C and Vitamin E have been linked with reduced risks of cardiovascular diseases in human. Concurrent intake of Vitamin E and Vitamin C suggests that their action may be synergistic.
Description
Vitamin C: Necessary for collagen formation and tissue repair. Vitamin E plays a role in protecting red blood cells against hemolysis; has protective effects against free radicals.
Indications
- Keratosis
- Rough skin
- Wrinkles associated with aging
- Alzheimer's disease
- Cancer Prevention
- dementia
- degenerative diseases
- coronary heart diseases
- end stage renal disease
- growth and repair of body tissue, bone, skin, teeth and hair
Therapeutic class
Anti-oxidant Multivitamin preparations
Pharmacological class
Vitamins & Minerals
Pharmacology
Vitamin C: Necessary for collagen formation and tissue repair. Vitamin E plays a role in protecting red blood cells against hemolysis; has protective effects against free radicals on polyunsaturated fatty acids found in cell membranes.
Mechanism of action
Vitamins C and E act as antioxidants and support normal tissue function.
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- One tablet/capsule daily or as directed by a physician
Administration
- Take as directed by a physician
- Swallow tablets/capsules whole
Missed dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember; if almost time for next dose, skip it; do not double the dose.
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Generally, this preparation is well-tolerated
- Diarrhea may occasionally occur during treatment with beta carotene and the skin may assume a slightly yellow discoloration
- Vitamin C and vitamin E may cause diarrhea and other gastrointestinal disturbances
Precautions & warnings
- Hypervitaminosis
- Avoid use in early pregnancy
- Patients on anti coagulant therapy should not use ascorbic acid prolonged period of time
Contraindications
- Patients with a known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients
Drug interactions
- Vit C: Deferroxamine, hormonal contraceptives, flufenazine, warfarin, elemental iron, salicylates, disulfiram, mexiletine, vitamin B12
- Vit E: Colestyramine, colestipol, and orlistat may interfere with vitamin E absorption; high doses of vitamin E potentiates the anticoagulant action of warfarin; large doses of vitamin E may impair response to iron supplementation
Food interactions
Food interactions are not significant.
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Category A; adequate and well-controlled human studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in the first trimester.
Pregnancy Category: A — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Use in lactation
Use in Lactation: Consult your doctor.
Pediatric use
Safety and efficacy not established in children
Geriatric use
Safe for elderly
Renal / hepatic impairment
Renal Impairment: Limited information
Hepatic Impairment: Limited information
Overdose effects
Symptoms: Diarrhea, GI disturbance.
Treatment: Supportive care.
Storage conditions
Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.