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Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc Sulphate Pharmacology
Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc Sulphate
About Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc SulphateN/AMechanism of Action of Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc SulphateN/APharmacokinets of Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc SulphateN/AOnset of Action for Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc SulphateN/ADuration of Action for Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc SulphateN/AHalf Life of Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc SulphateN/ASide Effects of Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc SulphateN/AContra-indications of Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc SulphateN/ASpecial Precautions while taking Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc SulphateN/APregnancy Related InformationUse with cautionOld Age Related InformationMay be usedBreast Feeding Related InformationUse with cautionChildren Related InformationUse with cautionIndications for Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc Sulphate1.Antioxidant
2.Nutritional supplement
Interactions for Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc SulphateN/ATypical Dosage for Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc SulphateN/ASchedule of Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc SulphateN/AStorage Requirements for Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc SulphateN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc SulphateN/AEffects of Overdose of Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc SulphateN/ABeta Carotene
About Beta CaroteneA natural precursor to Vitamin A.Mechanism of Action of Beta CaroteneBeta-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 CaroteneAbsorption: 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 CaroteneN/ADuration of Action for Beta CaroteneN/AHalf Life of Beta CaroteneN/ASide Effects of Beta CaroteneAdverse 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 Carotene1. Hypervitaminosis A
2. Hypersensitivity to Beta Carotene
Special Precautions while taking Beta Carotene1. 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 InformationUse with cautionOld Age Related InformationUse with cautionBreast Feeding Related InformationUse with cautionChildren Related InformationUse with cautionIndications for Beta Carotene1. Vitamin A deficiency
2. Xerophthalmia
3. Acne
4. Ichthyosis
5. Bitot`s spots
6. Night blindness
Interactions for Beta CaroteneCholestyramine: 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 CaroteneSevere 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 CaroteneC1 (Oral)
C (Parenteral)
Storage Requirements for Beta CaroteneStore in a well closed, airtight container in a cool dry place.Effects of Missed Dosage of Beta CaroteneTake 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 CaroteneDiscontinue the vitamin A if hypercalcaemia persists and administer I.V. saline, prednisolone, and calcitonin if required. Monitor hepatic function tests to detect liver damage. Lutein
About LuteinCarotenoid, Xanthophyll, Dietary antioxidant.Mechanism of Action of LuteinN/APharmacokinets of LuteinN/AOnset of Action for LuteinN/ADuration of Action for LuteinN/AHalf Life of LuteinN/ASide Effects of LuteinN/AContra-indications of LuteinN/ASpecial Precautions while taking LuteinN/APregnancy Related InformationN/AOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationN/AChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for LuteinN/AInteractions for LuteinN/ATypical Dosage for LuteinN/ASchedule of LuteinN/AStorage Requirements for LuteinN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of LuteinN/AEffects of Overdose of LuteinN/ALycopene
About LycopeneCarotenoid;Terpenes and terpenoids, Dietary antioxidant.Mechanism of Action of LycopeneN/APharmacokinets of LycopeneN/AOnset of Action for LycopeneN/ADuration of Action for LycopeneN/AHalf Life of LycopeneN/ASide Effects of LycopeneN/AContra-indications of LycopeneN/ASpecial Precautions while taking LycopeneN/APregnancy Related InformationN/AOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationN/AChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for LycopeneN/AInteractions for LycopeneN/ATypical Dosage for LycopeneN/ASchedule of LycopeneN/AStorage Requirements for LycopeneN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of LycopeneN/AEffects of Overdose of LycopeneN/ASelenium
About SeleniumA vital antioxidant, selenium acts with vitamin E to protect the immune system and maintain healthy heart function. It is needed for pancreatic function and tissue elasticity and has been shown to protect against radiation and toxic minerals. High levels of heart disease are associated with selenium-deficient soil in Finland and a tendency to fibrotic heart lesions is associated with selenium deficiency in parts of China. Best sources are butter, Brazil nuts, seafood and grains grown in selenium-rich soil.Mechanism of Action of SeleniumN/APharmacokinets of SeleniumN/AOnset of Action for SeleniumN/ADuration of Action for SeleniumN/AHalf Life of SeleniumN/ASide Effects of SeleniumN/AContra-indications of SeleniumN/ASpecial Precautions while taking SeleniumN/APregnancy Related InformationN/AOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationN/AChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for SeleniumN/AInteractions for SeleniumN/ATypical Dosage for SeleniumN/ASchedule of SeleniumN/AStorage Requirements for SeleniumN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of SeleniumN/AEffects of Overdose of SeleniumN/AVitamin E
About Vitamin EN/AMechanism of Action of Vitamin EVitamin 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 EAbsorption: 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 EN/ADuration of Action for Vitamin EN/AHalf Life of Vitamin EN/ASide Effects of Vitamin E1. Fatigue
2. Weakness
3. Headache
4. Nausea
5. Diarrhoea
6. Blurred vision
7. Flatulence
Contra-indications of Vitamin E1. Hypersensitivity to the drug
2. Should not administer intravenously
Special Precautions while taking Vitamin E1. Hepatic impairment
2. Gall bladder disease
3. Along with estrogens
Pregnancy Related InformationMay be usedOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationMay be usedChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for Vitamin E1. 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 EOral anticoagulants : Hypoprothrombinemic effect may be increased with possibility of bleeding.
Typical Dosage for Vitamin EOral:
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 EC1Storage Requirements for Vitamin EStore in a well closed container in a cool dry place. Protect from light.Effects of Missed Dosage of Vitamin ETake 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 EProvide supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.Zinc Sulphate
About Zinc SulphateZinc compound, An astringent , Adjunctive treatment of Wilson?s disease.Mechanism of Action of Zinc SulphateN/APharmacokinets of Zinc SulphateN/AOnset of Action for Zinc SulphateN/ADuration of Action for Zinc SulphateN/AHalf Life of Zinc SulphateN/ASide Effects of Zinc SulphateN/AContra-indications of Zinc SulphateN/ASpecial Precautions while taking Zinc SulphateN/APregnancy Related InformationN/AOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationN/AChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for Zinc SulphateN/AInteractions for Zinc SulphateN/ATypical Dosage for Zinc SulphateN/ASchedule of Zinc SulphateN/AStorage Requirements for Zinc SulphateN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of Zinc SulphateN/AEffects of Overdose of Zinc SulphateN/AHome Delivery for Beta Carotene +Lutein +Lycopene + Selenium + Vitamin E + Zinc Sulphate in Your City
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