Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium Pharmacology

Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium

About Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium
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Mechanism of Action of Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium
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Pharmacokinets of Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium
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Onset of Action for Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium
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Duration of Action for Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium
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Half Life of Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium
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Side Effects of Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium
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Contra-indications of Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium
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Special Precautions while taking Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium
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Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
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Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
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Indications for Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium
Antioxidant
Interactions for Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium
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Typical Dosage for Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium
1 capsule / day
Schedule of Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium
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Storage Requirements for Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium
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Effects of Missed Dosage of Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium
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Effects of Overdose of Beta Carotene + Vitamin C + Vitamin E + Co Enzyme Q10 + Chromium
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Beta Carotene

About Beta Carotene
A natural precursor to Vitamin A.
Mechanism of Action of Beta Carotene
Beta-carotene acts as the precursor of Vitamin A and in the body it is converted in to Vitamin A. Vitamin A is required for a variety of physiological functions in the body such as: - 1).Proper functioning of retina and formation of pigment Rhodopsin during dark adaptation. 2).promotes differentiation and maintains structural integrity of epithelia over the body and also retard the malignancies of epithelial structures.3).Promotes mucous secretion. 4).Inhibits keratinization, 5). Maintains proper bone growth, 6).Maintenance of spermatogenesis, 7).Supports foetal development, 8).Improves resistance to infection. It is required for proper antibody response, normal lymphocyte proliferation and killer cell function.
Pharmacokinets of Beta Carotene
Absorption: Completely absorbed normally. Steatorrhoea, bile deficiency, and protein poor diet adversely affects the absorption and absorption requires bile salts, pancreatic lipase, and dietary fat.
Distribution: Stored primarily as palmitate in kupffer`s cells in liver. Circulates in the form of specific alpha-1 protein; retinol binding protein and transported to cellular retinol binding protein of target cells.
Metabolism: Metabolized in the liver.
Excretion: Excreted mainly through bile and a small amount is excreted through urine.
Onset of Action for Beta Carotene
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Duration of Action for Beta Carotene
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Half Life of Beta Carotene
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Side Effects of Beta Carotene
Adverse effects occurs only with higher doses and toxicity
1. Nausea
2. Vomiting
3. Itching
4. Dermatitis
5. Exfoliation
6. Alopecia
7. Bone and joint pain
8. Anorexia
9. Irritability
10. Increased intracranial pressure
11. Hepatic impairment
12. Anaphylactic shock
Contra-indications of Beta Carotene
1. Hypervitaminosis A
2. Hypersensitivity to Beta Carotene
Special Precautions while taking Beta Carotene
1. Oral form should not use in patients with malabsorption syndrome.
2. In inadequate bile secretion oral route may be used with concurrent administration of bile salts.
3. I. V. route is contraindicated except for special water miscible forms intended for infusion with large parenteral volumes and should not use I. V. push of vitamin A of any type.
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
Indications for Beta Carotene
1. Vitamin A deficiency
2. Xerophthalmia
3. Acne
4. Ichthyosis
5. Bitot`s spots
6. Night blindness
Interactions for Beta Carotene
Cholestyramine: Absorption of Vitamin A is reduced due to reduced availability of fat stabilizing bile salts.
Mineral oil: Interferes with intestinal absorption of Vitamin A.
Oral Contraceptives: Plasma Vitamin A levels are significantly increased.
Typical Dosage for Beta Carotene
Severe vitamin A deficiency with xerophthalmia: 500000 IU daily for 3 days followed by 50000 IU daily for 14 days. Then maintenance dosage of 10000 to 20000 IU for 2months followed by adequate dietary nutrition and RDA vitamin A supplements.
Severe vitamin A deficiency: 100000 IU daily for 3 days followed by 50000 IU daily for 14 days. Then maintenance dosage of 10000 to 20000 IU for 2months followed by adequate dietary nutrition and RDA vitamin A supplements.
Children: 5000 to 10000 IU daily for 14 days.
Schedule of Beta Carotene
C1 (Oral)
C (Parenteral)
Storage Requirements for Beta Carotene
Store in a well closed, airtight container in a cool dry place.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Beta Carotene
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Beta Carotene
Discontinue the vitamin A if hypercalcaemia persists and administer I.V. saline, prednisolone, and calcitonin if required. Monitor hepatic function tests to detect liver damage.

Vitamin C

About Vitamin C
Water soluble vitamin, antioxidant.
Mechanism of Action of Vitamin C
Vitamin C exerts it`s action by influencing the biologic oxidations and reductions used in cellular respirations. It directly stimulates collagen synthesis and maintains intracellular connective tissue. It involves in various metabolic reactions such as 1).Hydroxylation of praline and lysine residues of protocollagen which is essential for formation and stabilization of collagen triple helix, 2).hydroxylation of carnitine, 3).Conversion of folic acid to folinic acid, 4).biosynthesis of adrenal steroids, catecholamines, oxytocin, and ADH, 5).Metabolism of cyclic nucleotides and prostaglandins. Vitamin C is important in resistance to infections.
Pharmacokinets of Vitamin C
Absorption: Well absorbed orally.
Distribution: Widely distributed both extracellularly and intracellularly, It crosses the placenta and also distributed in to the breast milk.
Metabolism: Metabolized in the liver; partly oxidized in to active dehydroascorbic acid and inactive metabolites.
Excretion: Inactive metabolites and extra drug is excreted through urine.
Onset of Action for Vitamin C
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Duration of Action for Vitamin C
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Half Life of Vitamin C
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Side Effects of Vitamin C
1. Discomfort at injection site
2. Acid urine
3. Renal calculi
4. Oxaluria
Contra-indications of Vitamin C
No known contraindications
Special Precautions while taking Vitamin C
1. Renal impairment
2. Ingestion of large doses during pregnancy has resulted in scurvy in neonates
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
May be used
Indications for Vitamin C
1. Scurvy
2. Prophylaxis and treatment of vitamin C deficiency
3. As an antioxidant to maintain natural colour and flavour of food items
4. For acidification of urine
5. Capillary fragility
6. Dental caries

Interactions for Vitamin C
Oral contraceptives and estrogens: Vitamin C increases serum levels of oestrogen resulting in adverse reactions .
Warfarin: The anticoagulant effects of warfarin is reduced.
Lab Tests: Large doses (>500 mg) of vitamin C may cause false negative urine glucose determinations. May result in false negative amine dependent stool occult blood tests.
Typical Dosage for Vitamin C
Oral:
Adults: 50 to 1000mg/day depending up on the requirement.
Pregnancy and lactation: 100 to 150mg/day
Children: 30 to 100mg/day.
Scurvy:
Oral:
Adults: 1000mg twice daily to thrice daily.
Children: 300mg to 1000mg daily.
Sub clinical scurvy:
Oral, S.C., I.M., or I.V.: 100 to 250mg once daily or twice daily depending up on the severity of the condition. Then give a maintenance dosage of 50mg/day.
Children: 100 to 300mg depending up on the severity. Then give a maintenance dose of 35mg/day.

Schedule of Vitamin C
C1 (Oral)
C (Parenteral)
Storage Requirements for Vitamin C
Store in a cool dry area in a well closed container. Protects from moisture, light and direct heat.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Vitamin C
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Vitamin C
Discontinue the therapy and provide symptomatic and supportive measures.

Vitamin E

About Vitamin E
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Mechanism of Action of Vitamin E
Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant and protecting unsaturated lipids in the cell membrane, coenzyme Q, vitamin A, vitamin C etc. from free radical oxidation damage and generation of toxic peroxidation products. It also decreases platelet aggregation.
Pharmacokinets of Vitamin E
Absorption: Absorbed through lymph with the help of bile. Only 20 to 60% of vitamin from dietary sources is absorbed. As dose increases the fraction absorbed decreases.
Distribution: Widely distributed in a protein bound form and stored in adipose tissue.
Metabolism: Metabolized in liver by glucuronide conjugation.
Excretion: Excreted mainly through bile and also excreted through urine.
Onset of Action for Vitamin E
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Duration of Action for Vitamin E
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Half Life of Vitamin E
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Side Effects of Vitamin E
1. Fatigue
2. Weakness
3. Headache
4. Nausea
5. Diarrhoea
6. Blurred vision
7. Flatulence


Contra-indications of Vitamin E
1. Hypersensitivity to the drug
2. Should not administer intravenously
Special Precautions while taking Vitamin E
1. Hepatic impairment
2. Gall bladder disease
3. Along with estrogens
Pregnancy Related Information
May be used
Old Age Related Information
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Breast Feeding Related Information
May be used
Children Related Information
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Indications for Vitamin E
1. Vitamin E deficiency
2. Intermittent claudication
3. Nocturnal muscle cramps
4. Coronary artery disease
5. Fibrocystic breast disease
6. Cystic fibrosis
7. In premature infants exposed to high concentration of oxygen
8. As antioxidant


Interactions for Vitamin E
Oral anticoagulants : Hypoprothrombinemic effect may be increased with possibility of bleeding.

Typical Dosage for Vitamin E
Oral:
Vitamin E deficiency:
Adults: 40 to 50mg/day or 60 to 75i.u. daily based on the severity of deficiency.
Children: 1 unit/kg/day.
Premature neonates: 5units daily.
Full term neonates: 5 units per liter of formula.
Intermittent claudication: 400mg/day for 12 to 18 weeks.
Nocturnal muscle cramps: 400mg/day for 8 to 12 weeks.
Coronary artery disease: 100 to 200mg/day for at least 2 years.
Fibrocystic breast disease: 600mg/day for at least 2years.
Cystic fibrosis: 100 to 200mg/day.
Children above 1 year: 100mg/day.
Children below 1year: 50mg/day.



Schedule of Vitamin E
C1
Storage Requirements for Vitamin E
Store in a well closed container in a cool dry place. Protect from light.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Vitamin E
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Vitamin E
Provide supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.

Co Enzyme Q10

About Co Enzyme Q10
1,4-benzoquinone derivative, oil-soluble vitamin-like substance, Enzyme cofactors, powerful antioxidant
Mechanism of Action of Co Enzyme Q10
Coenzyme Q10 is vital for the proper transfer of electrons within the mitochondrial oxidative respiratory chain there it passes reducing equivalents to acceptors such as Coenzyme Q: cytochrome c - oxidoreductase:
CoQH2+ 2 FeIII-cytochrome c ? CoQ + 2 FeII-cytochrome c. main function of this transport is adenosine triphosphate production. Coenzyme Q10 also increases adenosine triphosphate levels by preventing the loss of the adenine nucleotide pool from cardiac cells. Coenzyme Q10 has activity as an antioxidant scavenger and an indirect stabilizer of calcium channels to decrease calcium overload. It also inhibits the oxidation of LDL-cholesterol. LDL-cholesterol oxidation is believed to play a significant role in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis.
Pharmacokinets of Co Enzyme Q10
Absorption- Poorly absorbed after oral administration. Excretion- Excreted through bile and feces
Onset of Action for Co Enzyme Q10
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Duration of Action for Co Enzyme Q10
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Half Life of Co Enzyme Q10
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Side Effects of Co Enzyme Q10
1. Nausea
2. Vomiting
3. Stomach upset
4. Heartburn
5. Diarrhea
6. Loss of appetite
7. Skin itching
8. Rash
9. Insomnia
10. Headache
11. Dizziness
12. Irritability
13. Increased light sensitivity of the eyes
14. Fatigue
15. Flu-like symptoms
Contra-indications of Co Enzyme Q10
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Special Precautions while taking Co Enzyme Q10
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Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
Indications for Co Enzyme Q10
1. Dietary supplement
2. Antioxidant
3. Migraine headaches
4. Parkinson`s Disease
5. Mitochondrial Encephalomyopathies
6. Migraine
7. CHF
8. Hypertension
9. Diabetes
10. Cancer
Interactions for Co Enzyme Q10
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Typical Dosage for Co Enzyme Q10
Adult-
Oral-
Mitochondrial cytopathies: 150 mg per day or 2 mg per kg per day with titration up to 3,000 mg per day in some patients
Parkinson`s disease: 300 to 1,200 mg per day in four divided doses
Cardiovascular problems: 50 to 200 mg per day
Migraine 100 to 200 mg per day
Schedule of Co Enzyme Q10
N/A
Storage Requirements for Co Enzyme Q10
Keep tightly closed in a dry place. Do not expose to excessive heat.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Co Enzyme Q10
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose.Do not double the dose.Continue the regular schedule.
Effects of Overdose of Co Enzyme Q10
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.

Chromium

About Chromium
Chromium is by far the most pivotal nutrient involved in sugar metabolism. Trivalent chromium is a part of glucose tolerance factor, an essential activator of insulin mediated reactions. Chromium improves insulin binding, insulin receptor number, insulin internalization, beta cell sensitivity and insulin receptor enzymes with overall increases in insulin sensitivity. Thus it helps to maintain normal glucose metabolism and peripheral nerve function. A number of clinical studies have been conducted which show that chromium is an effective therapy for both Type I and Type II diabetes. Except for supplementation, there is no good way to rebuild the body?s stockpile of chromium.
Deficiency symptoms: Impaired glucose tolerance, peripheral neuropathy, ataxia, confusion.
Over dosage symptoms: In normal therapeutic doses side effects have not been reported except occasional insomnia. In the event of over dosage - nausea, vomiting, GI ulcers, renal/hepatic damage, convulsion, coma may occur.

Mechanism of Action of Chromium
Chromium picolinate acts by influencing carbohydrate metabolism. It stimulates Insulin mediated reactions and improves glucose tolerance. Chromium picolinate helps to improve; insulin binding, insulin receptor number, insulin internalization, beta cell sensitivity and insulin receptor enzymes with overall increase in insulin sensitivity. Thus it maintains normal glucose metabolism and peripheral nerve functions. It improves carbohydrate metabolism, increases energy and helps to control diabetes. It also helps to control weight.
Pharmacokinets of Chromium
Absorption: Well absorbed orally, Distribution: Widely distributed in the body in especially in to liver, kidney, bone, and spleen; normal plasma level is 1 to 5mcg/l. Excretion: Excreted mainly through urine.
Onset of Action for Chromium
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Duration of Action for Chromium
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Half Life of Chromium
N/A
Side Effects of Chromium
N/A
Contra-indications of Chromium
1. Hypersensitivity to the drug.
Special Precautions while taking Chromium
1. Prolonged therapy with the drug
2.Hypoglycaemia
3.In patients with Type II diabetes mellitus use of chromium picolinate is only under the direct medical supervision
4.Renal impairment
5.Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
N/A
Indications for Chromium
1.Type I diabetes mellitus
2.Type II diabetes mellitus
3.Obesity.
Interactions for Chromium
N/A
Typical Dosage for Chromium
Oral: 200 mcg daily; increases up to 1mg daily if required.
Schedule of Chromium
N/A
Storage Requirements for Chromium
Store in a well closed container at a cool dry place.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Chromium
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Chromium
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.

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