Retinol, also known as Vitamin A1, is a vitamin found in food and used as a dietary supplement.
Retinol, also known as Vitamin A1, is a vitamin found in food and used as a dietary supplement.
As a supplement it is used to treat and prevent low level of vitamin A in the body, especially that which is resulting in xerophthalmia.
High doses during pregnancy may result in harm to the baby.
Too much vitamin A in retinoid form can be harmful or fatal, resulting in what is known as hypervitaminosis A. The body converts the dimerized form, carotene, into vitamin A as it is needed, therefore high levels of carotene are not toxic compared to the ester (animal) forms. The livers of certain animals, especially those adapted to polar environments, often contain amounts of vitamin A that would be toxic to humans.
Precautions
Before using this drug, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert.
Interactions
High doses may result in an enlarged liver, dry skin, or hypervitaminosis A.
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