Vitamin E (Vita-Plus E Softgels, Vitec, Aquasol E)
MOA has been known for many years. In newborn or premature infants, in particular, deficiency has resulted in peculiar red blood cell morphology, leading to hemolysis; these changes are reversed by vitamin E. Peroxidation of membrane lipids by various oxidants, including iron-mediated oxygen radicals, is the main cause of this hemolysis and can be prevented by antioxidants such as vitamin E.
Dosage:
Interactions:
Mineral oil decreases absorption of vitamin E; vitamin E delays absorption of iron and increases effects of anticoagulants
Contraindications:
Documented hypersensitivity
Precautions:
Pregnancy
A - Fetal risk not revealed in controlled studies in humans
Precautions
Pregnancy category C if dose exceeds RDA; vitamin E may induce vitamin K deficiency; necrotizing enterocolitis may occur when large doses of vitamin E are administered.
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