Vitamin E is available as softgel capsule, for oral use. Each capsule provides 180 mg (400 IU) of vitamin E as dL-alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate.
Dietary Supplement
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble nutrient. It functions as an antioxidant in the body, aiding in cellular defense against the harm wrought by free radicals. Vitamin E is also required by the body to strengthen its defenses against viruses and bacteria that invade. It aids in dilating blood vessels and prevents blood clots from forming inside of them.
Vitamin E is indicated for adults as a dietary supplement when vitamin E intake may be inadequate.
You should not be given vitamin E capsule if you are allergic to vitamin E or any of the other ingredients of this supplement.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to become pregnant for advice before taking this supplement.
The effects of high doses of vitamin E during pregnancy and breastfeeding are not known. Consequently, vitamin E is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Talk to your dietitian, physician or pharmacist before taking vitamin E if you:
Prothrombin time and INR (Increased bleeding tendency) should be monitored in vitamin K deficient patients or those taking anticoagulants.
Always take this supplement exactly as your dietitian, physician or pharmacist has told you.
Like all medicines and supplements, this supplement can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Vitamin E is well tolerated and doses less than 2000 units are unlikely to cause side effects. Still, it may cause:
Abdominal pain, diarrhea, bleeding tendency, increased risk of thrombosis.
Store below 30 °C in the original packaging, protect from moisture and light. Keep out of reach of children.
Serving Size: 1 Softgel Serving per Container: 50 | Amount per Serving | Â Â DV%* |
Vitamin E (as dL-alpha-tocopheryl Acetate) | 180 mg (400 IU) | 1200 % |
What is vitamin E?
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin. It acts as an antioxidant in the body.
What is the difference between d-alpha & dL-alpha tocopheryl acetate?
Where Vitamin E is sourced is the key distinction between the two types. dL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate or synthetic Vitamin E comes from petrochemicals. In contrast, d-Alpha Tocopherol or natural Vitamin E, is comes from organic nutrients found in vegetable oils, nuts, grains, and other sources.
What is vitamin E interactions with medications or other dietary supplements?
Dietary supplements containing vitamin E may interact or interfere with some medications you take. Here are some examples:
What happens if I don’t get enough vitamin E?
Vitamin E deficiency is very rare in healthy people. Lack of vitamin E can harm muscles and nerves, leading to vision issues, muscle weakness, loss of feeling in the arms and legs, and loss of control over how the body moves. A weakened immune system is another sign of deficiency.
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