Vitamin A Chewable Tablet (Vitamin A)

Description

Vitamin A Chewable Tablet is a nutritional supplement composed of Vitamin A. This vitamin ensures good vision and normal functioning of the immune system, improves skin health, promotes bone growth, and helps in reproduction. It is also important for the normal functioning of various organs, including the heart, lungs, and kidneys. It has antioxidant properties that help to fight against harmful free radicals. Vitamin A Chewable Tablet is used to treat Vitamin A deficiency.

Vitamin A Chewable Tablet is generally safe for use. However, in some cases, it may cause side effects like nausea, headache, diarrhoea, bleeding gums, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen.

Vitamin A Chewable Tablet should be taken with food, as it will increase the absorption of this medicine in the body. Take it at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of this medicine in your body. Avoid taking more than the recommended dose as it may increase the risk of side effects.

Vitamin A Chewable Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor about your pre-existing medical conditions and current medications before starting the treatment. This will help your doctor to adjust your dose and avoid undesired effects. If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Vitamin A Chewable Tablet
Diarrhoea
Bleeding gums
Dizziness
Headache
Nausea and vomiting
Peeling of skin
Loss of appetite

Uses of Vitamin A Chewable Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Vitamin A Deficiency
Vitamin A deficiency is a lack of Vitamin A in your body. It can result from a diet low in vitamin A or when your body is unable to use the vitamin A you get from the diet due to various conditions. Vitamin A Chewable Tablet is used to treat vitamin A deficiency by increasing the levels of Vitamin A in the body.
Nutritional Supplementation
Vitamin A Chewable Tablet is vital for the body, and supplementation becomes necessary if diet alone is not sufficient to meet the body’s demand. Hence, this medicine may be used as a nutritional supplement.

When not to use?

Malabsorption syndrome
Malabsorption syndrome refers to a number of disorders in which the small intestine is unable to absorb enough nutrients. Vitamin A Chewable Tablet is not recommended for use if you have malabsorption syndrome, as this medicine may not be absorbed properly from the stomach and intestine.
Hypervitaminosis A
Hypervitaminosis A is a condition that occurs when you have too much vitamin A in your body. Vitamin A Chewable Tablet is not recommended for use if you have Hypervitaminosis A, as it can excessively raise vitamin A levels in the body and cause severe side effects.
Allergy
Vitamin A Chewable Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms like skin rash, hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, difficulty breathing, etc.

Warnings
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Vitamin A Chewable Tablet should be used with extreme caution during pregnancy in low amounts. High doses of this medicine can affect the growth of the developing foetus. Therefore, if you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine to understand the potential risks and benefits.
Breast-feeding
Vitamin A Chewable Tablet should be used while breastfeeding only upon your doctor’s recommendation. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine to understand the potential risks and benefits.
General warnings
Other medicines
Vitamin A Chewable Tablet may interact with many other medicines and cause side effects. Hence, inform your doctor about all your current medications, including herbs and supplements, before beginning treatment with Vitamin A Chewable Tablet.
Liver diseases
Vitamin A Chewable Tablet is broken down in the liver. Hence, it should be used with extreme caution if you have liver problems as it may further worsen your condition.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose of Vitamin A Chewable Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never take more than the recommended dose. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Vitamin A Chewable Tablet.

Interactions

General Instructions
Take Vitamin A Chewable Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Avoid taking more than the prescribed dose as it may increase the risk of side effects.

Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Chew Vitamin A Chewable Tablet thoroughly and swallow.

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it may increase the risk of liver damage.

Throw away the unused medicine after the date of expiry. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.