What are the uses, side effects, interactions, dosage and warning of Vitamin E?
Uses of Vitamin E - Strengthens immune system - Improves skin health i.e. fights acne, treats scar - Improves hair health Side Effects of Vitamin E - Headache - Diarrhea - Visual disturbances - Fatigue - Flatulence - Increased serum creatinine - Suppresses working of antibiotics Interactions of Vitamin E - Anti-tumor antibiotics - Alkylating agents - Anti-platelets - Anti-coagulants - Statins - Niacin - Vitamin K Dosage of Vitamin E - Adults = 60-75 units/day (Orally) - Children = 1 unit/kg/day (Water-miscible Vitamin E, orally) Warning! Do not use in case of - Vitamin K deficiency - Damaged retina - Bleeding disorders - Liver disease - Diabetes