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Description
Vitamin E refers to a group of compounds known as tocopherols and tocotrienols. These compounds are naturally occurring and are vital for regulating important functions in the body.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Vitamin E
Blurred vision
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Headache
Nausea
Abdominal and stomach cramps
Unusual tiredness and weakness
Uses of Vitamin E
What is it prescribed for?
Vitamin E deficiency
To treat deficiency of vitamin E caused due to various reasons such as Abetalipoproteinemia, inadequate dietary intake, malabsorption, diseases of the liver, gallbladder, or pancreas, etc.
Tardive dyskinesia
It is used to relieve the symptoms of tardive dyskinesia characterized by uncontrolled movement of the tongue, lips, face, and limbs.
Cystic fibrosis
It is used to treat the symptoms of cystic fibrosis associated with the inability of the body to absorb fat-soluble vitamins from food.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
Onset of action
The amount of time required for Vitamin E to show its action is subject to vary based on the intended use and the clinical condition of the patient.Duration of effect
The time duration for which Vitamin E remains effective in the body is subject to vary based on the intended use, the clinical condition of the patient, and the duration of uptake.Safe with alcohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.Usage in pregnancy?
Vitamin E is recommended for use in pregnant women only if the need is clearly established and the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Consult your doctor before using Vitamin E.Usage while breast-feeding?
Vitamin E is recommended for use in breastfeeding women only if the need is clearly established and the dietary intake is not able to meet the requirements. Consult your doctor before using Vitamin E.
Allergy
It is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Vitamin E or any other components present along with it.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Vitamin E is recommended for use in pregnant women only if the need is clearly established and the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Consult your doctor before using Vitamin E.
Breast-feeding
Vitamin E is recommended for use in breastfeeding women only if the need is clearly established and the dietary intake is not able to meet the requirements. Consult your doctor before using Vitamin E.
General warnings
Other medicines
Report the use of all medicines including herbs and supplements to the doctor before beginning treatment with this Vitamin E. Special precaution is advised while taking iron supplements together with Vitamin E.
Side effects
The likelihood of experiencing side effects is higher when high doses of Vitamin Eis taken for a long period of time.
Surgery
Report the use of Vitamin E to the doctor if a surgical procedure is planned in the immediate future. It is recommended to discontinue the use for at least a month prior to the procedure. Normal dosing can be resumed post surgery and recovery.
Bleeding disorders
Vitamin E should be used with extreme caution in patients having an active bleeding disorder such as peptic ulcers, hemophilia, etc., due to the increased risk of excessive bleeding. Special caution is advised if the patient is vitamin K deficient.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose with Vitamin E E is suspected. Symptoms of an overdose may include abdominal cramps and discomfort, nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, tiredness, etc.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Clopidogrel
Warfarin
Aspirin
Colesevelam
Heparin Topical
Ferrous Fumarate
Carbonyl iron
Tipranavir
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Vitamin E following all directions mentioned on the label or as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities or for longer than recommended.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Vitamin E is fat-soluble, which regulates certain vital functions in the body. It plays an important role in regulating the immune system and protecting the cells from damage caused by free radicals.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Vitamins
Schedule
OTC
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Vitamin E supplementation in cystic fibrosis. - PubMed - NCBI [Internet]. Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2017 [cited 21 August 2017]. Available from:
Vitamin E: MedlinePlus [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2017 [cited 21 August 2017]. Available from:
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Information on this page was last updated on 29 Aug 2017
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