Vitamin E-Tedagel®
Generic name
alpha-tocopherol
Category
Vitamin - fat soluble
Dosage form
Oral soft gelatin capsule containing 100 units of vitamin E
Introduction
Vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant, features prominently in
supporting overall well-being and health. Renowned for its ability to
neutralize free radicals, vitamin E assists in safeguarding the body cells from
oxidative stress, contributing to a robust immune system and promoting health
skin. Its potential to assist in circulation and support heart health has drawn
significant attention. Additionally, studies have explored its role in
promoting eye health, hormone balance, and cognitive function.
Vitamin E is a supplement used to prevent or treat a
lack of vitamin E in the body and people who have problems absorbing enough
vitamin E from their diets.
Dosing
Dosages range varies from 100 to 400 units per day
Use
Prevention and treatment of vitamin E deficiency
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are breastfeeding or
pregnant.
Warnings and precaution
Vitamin E
increases the risk of bleeding in patients with vitamin K deficiency or
patients who are under anticoagulant regimen. Therefore, prothrombin time and
INR should be monitored by a doctor or pharmacist to adjust the dose of vitamin
E.
This vitamin
increases the risk of thrombosis in susceptible patients. Therefore, its use in
women who use contraceptives containing estrogen should be done with caution
and under the supervision of a pharmacist or a doctor.
In case of
taking other food supplements and medicines, especially dicoumarol, at the same
time as this medicine, inform the doctor.
Adverse effects
If any of the following side effects occur, consult a doctor as
soon as possible.
Long-term use and more than 400 units per day:
Blurred vision, diarrhea, confusion, headache, stomach or abdominal
pain, unusual tiredness or weakness.
Drug interactions
Anticoagulants, estrogens
Storage
Keep out of reach of children.
Keep away from light, humidity and
Store at below 30°C
Avoid consuming and storing expired
products.