Clarion Vitamin A capsules #30
Manufacturer: Softgeall Healthcare Ltd, Nigeria
Composition: retinol (vitamin A) 200.0 IU
What is the mechanism of action of Vitamin A in vision?
Vitamin A is converted to 11-cis-retinal, which binds to opsin to form rhodopsin. Light isomerizes 11-cis-retinal, triggering a nerve impulse. In the dark, the process reverses to regenerate rhodopsin.
What are the recommended daily doses of Vitamin A for different age groups?
0-6 months: 400 mcg/day 7-12 months: 500 mcg/day 1-3 years: 300 mcg/day 4-8 years: 400 mcg/day 9-13 years: 600 mcg/day 14+ years (males): 900 mcg/day 14+ years (females): 700 mcg/day
What are the symptoms of chronic Vitamin A toxicity?
Dry skin, cracked lips, coarse hair, alopecia, irritability, headache, pseudotumor cerebri, elevated liver enzymes, hepatic fibrosis, cirrhosis, and rarely, death.
What are the contraindications for Clarion Vitamin A capsules?
Pregnancy (doses above 5,000 IU), hypersensitivity to any component, and hypervitaminosis A.
How should Clarion Vitamin A capsules be stored?
In a cool, dry place, protected from light.
What is the composition of each Clarion Vitamin A capsule?
200,000 IU of Vitamin A Palmitate BP.
What are the drug interactions associated with Vitamin A?
Cholestyramine, colestipol, mineral oil, oral contraceptives, and orlistat.
What are the precautions for pregnant and nursing women regarding Vitamin A?
Do not exceed 5,000 IU daily. Avoid supplemental vitamin A while taking pharmaceutical retinoids.
What are the signs of Vitamin A overdose, and what is the treatment?
Vomiting, increased intracranial pressure, and possibly death. Treatment is supportive care.
What is the product description of Clarion Vitamin A capsules?
Natural-colored, oval-shaped, transparent, soft gelatin capsules containing yellow oily liquid, available in blister packs of 30.
What is the price of Clarion Vitamin A capsules #30?
The price of Clarion Vitamin A capsules #30 is ₦ 4020.00, exclusively for online orders through the Intaila mobile application