Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids Pharmacology

Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids

About Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids
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Mechanism of Action of Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids
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Pharmacokinets of Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids
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Onset of Action for Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids
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Duration of Action for Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids
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Half Life of Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids
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Side Effects of Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids
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Contra-indications of Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids
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Special Precautions while taking Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids
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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 + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids
Antioxidant
Interactions for Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids
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Typical Dosage for Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids
1 capsule / day
Schedule of Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids
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Storage Requirements for Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids
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Effects of Missed Dosage of Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids
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Effects of Overdose of Beta Carotene + Spirulina + Minerals + Multivitamins + Vit B6 + Amino acids
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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.

Spirulina

About Spirulina
Edible blue-green algae, Dietary supplement.
Mechanism of Action of Spirulina
Spirulina exerts its action by being a richest food supplements. It is a good source of proteins (60 to 70%) and also contains vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, lipids, fibres, organic nitrogen, antioxidants, phycocyanobilin etc. The protein content of Spirulina is 85 to 95% digestible. Fat content (5 to 7%) of Spirulina is in the form of essential fatty acids in the form of linolenic acid and gamma linolenic acid.
Gamma linolenic acid elevates HDL levels and improves fatty acid profile and act as a precursor of PGE1 which prevents platelet aggregation in blood vessels and also controls inflammations. It is a richest source of anti oxidants like superoxide dumatase enzyme and beta-carotene. It also contains high concentrations of B complex vitamins. Phycocyanobilin which is a linear tetrapyrrole related to haem forms Phycocyanin which forms soluble complexes with iron and other minerals and is in an easily absorbable form.
Pharmacokinets of Spirulina
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Onset of Action for Spirulina
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Duration of Action for Spirulina
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Half Life of Spirulina
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Side Effects of Spirulina
No known adverse effects
Contra-indications of Spirulina
No known contraindications
Special Precautions while taking Spirulina
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Pregnancy Related Information
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Old Age Related Information
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Breast Feeding Related Information
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Children Related Information
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Indications for Spirulina
1.Nutritional supplement
2.Antioxidant for preventing diseases caused by free radicals
3.Stimulant for thyroid gland
4.Stimulation of immune system and prostaglandin levels
5.Probiotic for building body`s resistance
6.Prevention of atherosclerosis
7.Prevention of platelet aggregation and dilation of blood vessels
8.Prevention of xerophthalmia, cataract, and night blindness
9.Therapeutic supplement in treatment of malignancy, pancreatitis, cirrhosis, hepatitis
10.Prophylaxis against precancerous lesions like oral leukoplakia and submucous fibrosis
11.Controle of diabetes
12.Dietary supplement in adults, sportsmen, growing and malnourished children
Interactions for Spirulina
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Typical Dosage for Spirulina
Oral: 1000mg 12th hourly for 2months; then 500mg 12th hourly for the following two months.
Schedule of Spirulina
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Storage Requirements for Spirulina
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Effects of Missed Dosage of Spirulina
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Effects of Overdose of Spirulina
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Minerals

About Minerals
Dietary mineral supplement, Nutritional supplement.
Mechanism of Action of Minerals
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Pharmacokinets of Minerals
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Onset of Action for Minerals
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Duration of Action for Minerals
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Half Life of Minerals
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Side Effects of Minerals
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Contra-indications of Minerals
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Special Precautions while taking Minerals
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Pregnancy Related Information
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Old Age Related Information
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Breast Feeding Related Information
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Children Related Information
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Indications for Minerals
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Interactions for Minerals
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Typical Dosage for Minerals
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Schedule of Minerals
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Storage Requirements for Minerals
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Effects of Missed Dosage of Minerals
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Effects of Overdose of Minerals
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Multivitamins

About Multivitamins
Dietary supplement, Vitamins.
Mechanism of Action of Multivitamins
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Pharmacokinets of Multivitamins
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Onset of Action for Multivitamins
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Duration of Action for Multivitamins
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Half Life of Multivitamins
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Side Effects of Multivitamins
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Contra-indications of Multivitamins
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Special Precautions while taking Multivitamins
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Pregnancy Related Information
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Old Age Related Information
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Breast Feeding Related Information
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Children Related Information
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Indications for Multivitamins
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Interactions for Multivitamins
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Typical Dosage for Multivitamins
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Schedule of Multivitamins
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Storage Requirements for Multivitamins
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Effects of Missed Dosage of Multivitamins
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Effects of Overdose of Multivitamins
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Vit B6

About Vit B6
Physiological functions: It is involved as a coenzyme (Pyridoxal phosphate) in metabolism of tryptophan, in several metabolic transformations of amino acids including transamination, decarboxylation & racemization.
Deficiency symptoms: Peripheral neuritis, seizures, stomatitis, glossitis, anaemia, seborrhea like lesions.
Mechanism of Action of Vit B6
Vitamin B6 is a collective term for Pyridoxine, Pyridoxal, Pyridoxamine and their phosphorylated derivatives such as Pyridoxine phosphate, Pyridoxal phosphate and Pyridoxamine derivatives respectively. Vitamin B6 is essential for the metabolism of amino acid, glycogen and fatty acids, for nerve functions, for the formation of red blood cells and also helps the skin healthy. Vitamin B6 is also used for the synthesis of nucleic acid, Haemoglobin, Sphingomyelin, other Sphingolipids, Serotonin, Dopamine, Noradrenaline and GABA.
Pharmacokinets of Vit B6
Absorption: Vitamin B6 is readily absorbed after oral administration.
Distribution: It is mainly distributed in the body in protein bound form. It is stored primarily in the liver and to a lesser extent muscle and brain.
Metabolism: It is metabolised in the liver
Onset of Action for Vit B6
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Duration of Action for Vit B6
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Half Life of Vit B6
15-20 days
Side Effects of Vit B6
1. Neuropathy
2. Unstable gait
3. Drowsiness
4. Perioral numbness
5. Paresthesia
6. Numbness of feet
7. Somnolence
8. Sensory neuropathy
9. Ataxia
Contra-indications of Vit B6
1. Hypersensitivity to Vitamin B6
Special Precautions while taking Vit B6
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Pregnancy Related Information
May be used
Old Age Related Information
May be used
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
NEONATES: Contraindicated
Indications for Vit B6
1. Vitamin B6 deficiency including inadequate diet and drug induced causes
2. Neuropathy
3. Premenstrual syndrome
4. Hyperoxaluria type 1
5. Metabolic disorder
6. Isoniazid poisoning
Interactions for Vit B6
Cycloserine, Hydralazine, Isoniazide, Oral contraceptive, Penicillamine: Increase Pyridoxine requirement.
Levodopa: Pyridoxine reverses the therapeutic effect of Levodopa.
Phenobarbital, Phenytoin: Pyridoxine decreases serum level of these anticonvulsants.
Typical Dosage for Vit B6
Adult: 10 - 20 mg / day
Dietary deficiency: 2.5 -10 mg / day for effective therapeutic response is obtained.
Maintenance dose: 2 - 5 mg / day for several weeks.
Drug induced deficiency: 100 - 200 mg / day for 3 weeks.
Maintenance dose: 25 - 100 mg / day
Neuropathy: 50 - 200 mg /day
Premenstrual syndrome: 40 - 500 mg / day
Hyperoxaluria type 1: 25 - 300 mg / day
Metabolic disorder: 100-500 mg /day.
Isoniazid poisoning: Initial dose: 1 - 4 g as IV administration, then 1 g IM every 30 minute until Pyridoxine dose is equal to the Isoniazid dose has been given.
Schedule of Vit B6
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Storage Requirements for Vit B6
Store it at 15 - 30 degree C. Protect from moisture and heat.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Vit B6
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 Vit B6
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment. The signs of Pyridoxine overdose can be resolved by discontinuation (withdrawal) of Pyridoxine.

Amino acids

About Amino acids
An amino acid is any molecule that contains both amine and carboxyl functional groups. These amino acids are the basic components of proteins. There are twenty standard amino acids used by cells in protein biosynthesis that are specified by the general genetic code.
Amino acids are joined to each other by peptide bonds. A peptide bond is a chemical bond formed between two molecules (carboxyl group of one molecule reacts with the amino group of the other molecule), releasing a molecule of water (H2O). The resulting CO-NH bond is called a peptide bond, the chemical bond that links the amino acid monomers in a protein chain. Each protein has its own unique amino acid sequence that is known as its primary structure. Amino acids can be linked together in varying sequences to form a huge variety of proteins. The unique shape of each protein determines its function in the body.
Aminoacids are of 2 types, essential and nonessential. Essential amino acids are the ones that must be obtained in the diet and non-essential are synthesized within the body
Essential aminoacids: Methionine, Threonine, Tryptophan, Valine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Phenylalanine, Histidine,
Nonessential aminoacids: Alanine, Asparagine, Aspartic acids, Proline, Glutamic acid, Glutamine, Serine
Amino acids Arginine, Cysteine, Glycine and Tyrosine are considered conditionally essential, meaning they are not normally required in the diet, but must be supplied exogenously to specific populations that do not synthesize it in adequate amounts
Histidine and Arginine are generally only considered essential in children, because the metabolic pathways that synthesize these amino acids are not fully developed in children.
Nutritional role of aminoacids: Aminoacids have been used orally or in relatively dilute solutions intravenously as supplementary nutrients for patients unable to metabolize intact protein adequately. For patients in whom oral or tube feeding is contraindicated or Inadequate good nutrition may be achieved or maintained by intravenous feeding known as total parenteral nutrition or intravenous or parenteral hyperalimentation. Such feeding provides essential nutrients in a sufficiently concentrated form that does not exceed normal daily fluid requirements.

Mechanism of Action of Amino acids
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Pharmacokinets of Amino acids
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Duration of Action for Amino acids
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Half Life of Amino acids
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Side Effects of Amino acids
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Contra-indications of Amino acids
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Special Precautions while taking Amino acids
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Pregnancy Related Information
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Old Age Related Information
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Breast Feeding Related Information
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Children Related Information
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Indications for Amino acids
1.Hypoproteinaemia
2.Pre and post surgery
Interactions for Amino acids
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Typical Dosage for Amino acids
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Schedule of Amino acids
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Storage Requirements for Amino acids
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Effects of Missed Dosage of Amino acids
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Effects of Overdose of Amino acids
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