Vitamin E (Aquasol E)

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin with antioxidant properties. Vegetable oils, eggs, fruit, green leafy vegetables, meat, fortified cereals, nuts, poultry, and whole grains are natural sources of vitamin E. Vitamin E scavenges free radicals that can damage cells and cause cancer, heart disease, and other conditions. Most people obtain enough vitamin E from their diet. However, people with liver disease, cystic fibrosis, and Crohn's disease may require vitamin E supplements.

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GENERIC AVAILABLE: Yes

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Vitamin E products are used for treating vitamin E deficiency.

The common side effects of vitamin E are:

• Fatigue
• Headache
• Flatulence
• Diarrhea
• Blurred vision

Possible serious side effects of vitamin E include:

• Kidney problems
• Bleeding
• Stroke from bleeding in the brain
• Enterocolitis in infants
• Vitamin E may suppress antioxidants

Some studies suggest an increase in the risk of death from taking 400 IU/day or more of vitamin E.

The recommended dose for treating vitamin E deficiency is 60-75 IU/day.

High doses of vitamin E and anticoagulant or antiplatelet agents might increase the risk of bleeding because vitamin E blocks the ability of platelets to form clots and also blocks the effect of vitamin K-dependent clotting factors.

Intake of vitamin E within recommended daily allowance levels is safe to use during pregnancy.

Vitamin E is secreted in breast milk and is considered safe to use during breastfeeding.

What preparations of vitamin E-oral are available?

Capsule: 200, 400, 600, and 1000 units; Solution: 15 units/0.3 ml; Liquid: 400 units/15 ml

How should I keep vitamin E-oral stored?

Vitamin E should be stored at room temperature, 20 C to 25 C (68 F to 77 F).