Brand information
E-Cap
Vitamin E [Alpha Tocopherol Acetate]
600 IU
Capsule
(30's pack: ৳ 240.00)
Drug International Ltd.
Reference pricing
2022
Historical package prices
Unit price
৳8.00
30's pack
৳8.00 per unit
৳240.00
Historical reference information
These prices are from the
2022
dataset and may not represent current retail prices.
Indications
As dietary supplement:
- Vitamin E deficiency resulting from impaired absorption
- Increased requirements due to diet rich in polyunsaturated fats
- For healthy hair & skin
- As an antioxidant
- Hemolytic anemia due to Vitamin E deficiency
As dietary supplement:
- Vitamin E deficiency resulting from impaired absorption
- Increased requirements due to diet rich in polyunsaturated fats
- For healthy hair & skin
- As an antioxidant
- Hemolytic anemia due to Vitamin E deficiency
- Cardiovascular disease
- Heavy metal poisoning
- Hepatotoxin poisoning
- Hemolytic anemia
- Oxygen therapy
- In nutritional deficiency states.
Therapeutic Class
Herbal and Nutraceuticals, Vitamin-E Preparations
Pharmacology
Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant in the body. Vitamin E protects polyunsaturated fatty acids (which are components of cellular membrane) and other oxygen-sensitive substances such as vitamin A & vitamin C from oxidation. In premature neonates irritability, edema, thrombosis and hemolytic anemia may be caused due to vitamin E deficiency. Creatinuria, ceroid deposition, muscle weakness, decreased erythrocyte survival or increased in vitro hemolysis by oxidizing agents have been identified in adults and children with low serum tocopherol concentrations.
Dosage
Betterment of cardiovascular health: 400 IU-800 IU per day
Deficiency syndrome in adults: 200 IU-400 IU per day
Deficiency syndrome in children: 200 IU per day
Thalassemia: 800 IU per day
Sickle-cell anemia: 400 IU per day
Betterment of skin & hair: 200 IU-400 IU per day (Topical use is also established for beautification)
Chronic cold in adults: 200 IU per day
Deficiency syndrome in adults: 200 IU-400 IU per day
Deficiency syndrome in children: 200 IU per day
Thalassemia: 800 IU per day
Sickle-cell anemia: 400 IU per day
Betterment of skin & hair: 200 IU-400 IU per day (Topical use is also established for beautification)
Chronic cold in adults: 200 IU per day
Interactions
Vitamin E may impair the absorption of Vitamin A & function of Vitamin K and potentiates the effect of Warfarin.
Contraindications
No known contraindications found.
Side Effects
Overdosage (>1 gm) have been associated with minor side effects, including hypertension, fatigue, diarrhea and myopathy.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Vitamin E is safe in pregnancy and lactation, when used as recommended doses. Higher doses are not established.
Precautions
It may increase the risk of thrombosis in some patients, such as those taking estrogens.
Pediatric & Geriatric Use
Vitamin E is safe for children.
Storage Conditions
Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.