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Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Vitamin A
- Manufactured by : Wilsons Pharmaceuticals
- Drug Strength : 50000 IU
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 20s
- Product SKU : pg_24189_33479
Vitamin A tablet contains Vitamin A | belongs to Vitamin A
How it works
Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s 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.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s
- Diarrhea
- Mouth sores rare
- Bleeding gums rare
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Nausea and vomiting
- Dry skin
- Loss of appetite
Uses of Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s
What is it prescribed for?
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This medicine Deficiency
This medicine is used to treat deficiency of Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s caused due to malnutrition or any other medical conditions.
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Nutritional Supplementation
This medicine is vital for the body and supplementation becomes necessary if it is not produced in adequate quantities by natural means.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s to show its action is subject to vary based on the intended use and the clinical condition of the patient.
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Duration of Effect
The time duration for which Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s 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.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine 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 receiving/taking Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s .
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine 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 receiving/taking Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s .
When not to use?
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Malabsorption syndrome
Oral therapy with Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s is not recommended for patients suffering from malabsorption syndrome. Parenteral therapy with Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s is recommended for such patients.
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Hypervitaminosis A
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with hypervitaminosis A (Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s toxicity) due to the increased risk of adverse effects.
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s or any other components present along with it.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine 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 receiving/taking Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s .
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Breast-feeding
This medicine 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 receiving/taking Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s .
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Other medicines
Report the use of all medicines including herbs and supplements to the doctor before beginning treatment with this Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s .
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Kidney diseases
This supplement should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function or appropriate dose adjustments may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Oral forms: Take/administer 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 the dose to make up for the missed dose. Parenteral form: Since this supplement is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Cholestyramine moderate
- Bexarotene moderate
- Tetracyclines severe
- Tretinoin severe
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severe
Conditions like liver and/or biliary impairment may alter the desired effects of this supplement. Appropriate dose adjustments may be necessary for patients with these medical conditions.
General Instructions
Oral forms: Take/administer this supplement 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. Parenteral form: This supplement is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this supplement. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this supplement.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- medlineplus - Vitamin A [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/vitamina.html [cited 2/12/2021]. 2015
what are the adverse effects of Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s?
Irritability, vertigo, lethargy, malaise, fever, headache, drying or cracking of skin, hypercalcaemia, weight loss, visual changes, hypervitaminosis A.
What happens if I miss a dose of Vitamin A tablet 50000 IU 20’s?
Adults: Vitamin A deficiency without corneal changes: 100,000 units daily for 3 days, followed by 50,000 units daily for 2 wk.
Severe Vitamin A deficiency with xerophthalmia: 500,000 units daily for 3 days then 50,000 units daily for 14 days, then 10,000-20,000 units daily for 2 mth.
Children: Vitamin A deficiency: Orally. Neonate, 5000 units daily; 1 mth-1 yr, 5000 units daily with or after food; 1-18 yr, 10,000 units daily with or after food. Higher doses may be used initially for treatment of severe deficiency.
Prevention of deficiency in complete biliary obstruction: By IM injection. Neonate, 50, 000 units once a mth; 1 mth-1 yr, 50,000 units once a mth.
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