About d alpha tocopherol
Fat-soluble antioxidant vitamin
Used for
- Prevention or treatment of vitamin E deficiency.
Usual adult dose
For deficiency, dose depends on its cause; clinician-directed dosing is usual. Routine supplementation needs vary.
Usual dose in children
For deficiency, dose depends on age and cause; clinician-directed dosing is usual.
Common side effects
- Nausea or diarrhea
- Abdominal cramps
- Fatigue or headache
Important warnings
- High doses may increase bleeding risk, especially with blood-thinning medicines.
- Vitamin E supplements are not proven to prevent heart disease or cancer.
- Long-term high-dose use may increase the risk of hemorrhagic stroke.
Pregnancy
Use only when needed; high-dose supplementation has not been established as safe in pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Vitamin E is naturally present in breast milk; high-dose supplements should be used with clinical guidance.
Interactions
- Warfarin and other anticoagulants or antiplatelet medicines may increase bleeding risk.
- Some cancer treatments may interact with antioxidant supplements.
- Orlistat and bile-acid medicines can reduce vitamin E absorption.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.