VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE
About
VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE belongs to the class of medications called 'vitamins' used to treat Vitamin A deficiency and nutritional deficiencies. Vitamin A deficiency occurs due to the lack of vitamin A in the body. Nutritional deficiency occurs when the body cannot absorb or get enough nutrients from food.
VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE contains Vitamin A and butylated hydroxyl anisole. Vitamin A is essential for the functioning of light-sensitive nerve cells (photoreceptors) in the eye's retina, which aids in maintaining night vision. It is also necessary for healthy skin and to fight infections. Butylated hydroxyl anisole is a powerful antioxidant that acts as a stabiliser.
VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE should be taken as recommended. VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE may cause side effects like diarrhoea, headache, nausea, and vomiting in some cases. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, consult a doctor.
Do not use VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE without a doctor's advice if you have a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take to rule out any side effects. Do not take VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless the doctor advises. VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE should be given to children only if advised by the doctor.
Uses of VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE
Medicinal Benefits
VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE contains Vitamin A and butylated hydroxyl anisole Vitamin A, also known as retinol, is necessary for cell development, metabolism, vision, and immune functions. It also helps the body's natural defence against illness and infection. Butylated hydroxyl anisole is a powerful antioxidant that acts as a stabiliser. Thus, VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE helps treat Vitamin A deficiency and nutritional deficiencies.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE
Diarrhea
Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Dry mouth
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not use VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE without a doctor's advice if you have a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Inform your doctor if you have malabsorption syndrome or hepatobiliary dysfunction (liver disease). Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take to rule out any side effects. Do not take VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless the doctor advises. VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE should be given to children only if advised by the doctor.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE may interact with drugs used to treat severe psoriasis (e.g. acitretin, etretinate), medicines used to treat severe recalcitrant nodular acne and various skin diseases (e.g. isotretinoin, tretinoin), and tetracycline antibiotics (e.g. demeclocycline, doxycycline, eravacycline, minocycline, omadacycline).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid or reduce intake of alcohol.
Drug-Disease Interactions: VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE is contraindicated in patients with malabsorption syndrome and hepatobiliary dysfunction (liver disease).
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionDrinking alcohol while taking VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE is not suggested since it may induce unpleasant side effects.
Pregnancy
cautionVITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE is not recommended during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Breast Feeding
cautionVITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE is not recommended during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Driving
safeVITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. However, do not drive or operate machinery if you experience unmanageable side effects while using VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE.
Liver
cautionCaution should be exercised while taking VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE.
Kidney
cautionCaution should be exercised while taking VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE.
Children
consult your doctorThe doctor will advise the dosage of VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE based on the child's age and weight.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Include dairy products like milk, yoghurt, cheese, or milk-based custard in your diet.
Eat daily a serving of broccoli, cabbage, spinach, and other green leafy vegetables.
Include the best sources of vitamin A such as cheese, eggs, oily fish, fortified low-fat spreads, milk and yoghurt.
You can also get vitamin A by including good sources of beta-carotene in your diet, as the body can convert this into retinol. The main food sources of beta-carotene are spinach, carrots, sweet potatoes, red peppers, mango, papaya and apricots.
Quit smoking, and avoid or reduce the intake of alcohol.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Nutritional deficiencies: A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. Many nutrients are essential for a healthy life. Sometimes your body cannot absorb many nutrients even if you consume them. Nutrient deficiency can lead to many health problems like a weakened immune system, skin problems, heart problems, kidney diseases, respiratory illnesses, or neurological diseases.
Vitamin A deficiency: Vitamin A deficiency occurs due to a lack of vitamin A in the body. Vitamin A deficiency may cause tiredness (fatigue), eye and vision problems, and skin and hair problems.
FAQs
VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE is used to treat Vitamin A deficiency and nutritional deficiencies. Vitamin A is essential for cell development, metabolism, immune competency, vision, and reproductive functions.
Vitamin A-rich foods include liver, beef, oily fish, chicken, eggs, fortified milk, carrots, mangoes, sweet potatoes, and leafy green vegetables.
VITAMIN A+BUTYLATED HYDROXYL ANISOLE may cause dry mouth and dry lips in rare circumstances. To deal with a dry mouth, drink plenty of water.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosage. Do not double the dose.
