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d-Alpha Tocopherol [Natural Vitamin E]

Vitamin-E Preparations Prescription

Indications

Anemia

d-Alpha Tocopherol, which is natural Vitamin E, is used as a dietary supplement to prevent and treat Vitamin E deficiency. It also works as an antioxidant, and it supports healthy hair and skin. Doctors use it for hemolytic anemia caused by Vitamin E deficiency. Other uses listed are nitrate tolerance, physical performance, sunburn and liver disease.

⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Vitamin E (d-Alpha Tocopherol) is safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding when taken at the recommended doses. Safety at higher doses has not been established.

⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Dosage Reference

⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.

Adults: For adults, d-Alpha Tocopherol (natural vitamin E) is used at 400 IU to 800 IU per day to improve cardiovascular health. For a deficiency syndrome in adults the dose is 200 IU to 400 IU per day, and in children it is 200 IU per day. In thalassemia the dose is 800 IU per day, and in sickle cell anemia it is 400 IU per day. To improve skin and hair, the dose is 200 IU to 400 IU per day, and the topical form is also used in beautification. For chronic cold in adults, the dose is 200 IU per day.

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d-Alpha Tocopherol [Natural Vitamin E]

Indications

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Dosage Reference

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