Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule

Composition Vitamin E (400mg)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack strip of 10 soft gelatin capsules
Storage None
Chemical Class Tocopherol Derivative
Action Class Vitamins
Habbit Forming
Manufacturer Alder Biochem Private Limited
Manufacturer address 24-26th floor, Tower- B, Alphathum, Sector- 90, Noida. UP- 201304

Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule is a medicine used in the treatment of vitamin E deficiency when you do not get enough of it from your daily diet. Vitamin E helps maintain healthy skin and eyes, and strengthen the body’s natural defense against illness and infection (the immune system).

Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule should be taken with food. This medicine may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes making changes to your diet and taking other nutritional supplements along with it. Learn about the foods you should eat to make sure you get enough vitamin E in your diet such as nuts, seeds, cereals, and leafy green vegetables.

Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule may cause a few side effects such as headache, dizziness, blurred vision, nausea, diarrhea, flatulence, abdominal pain, rash, fatigue, and weakness. These are usually mild and get resolved in sometime. However, if they do not go away or bother you, consult your doctor.

Some medicines may affect or be affected by the way Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule works. Generally, it is recommended to discuss with your doctor before taking any vitamin supplements.

Treatment of Vitamin E deficiency

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule is to be taken with food.

Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule contains vitamin E that acts as an antioxidant. It stops the formation of harmful chemicals called free radicals and prevents further production as well as accumulation of free radicals. This improves our immunity.

Q: What if you forget to take this medicine?
A:

Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule boosts your immune system and gives you healthy skin and eyes.

Include vitamin E-rich foods in your diet like vegetable oils (wheat germ, sunflower, safflower oils, and soybean), nuts (peanuts, almonds), seeds (sunflower seeds), and green vegetables (spinach and broccoli).

Inform your doctor if you have any bleeding disorder as Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule might increase the risk of bleeding.

Inform your doctor if you are taking any blood thinner medicines or an oral contraceptive pill.

Let your doctor know if you have any kind of allergies.

Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Q. Is Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule good for skin?

Yes. Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule is very good for the skin. It protects against harmful ultraviolet rays, prevents any sunburns or tanning, nourishes skin with essential antioxidants and combats ageing. Its antioxidant effects destroy any harmful toxins, moisturise your skin and make your skin smooth and healthy. It will also prevent fine lines, wrinkles and other signs of ageing. This improves your appearance and boosts your self-confidence too.

Q. What foods contain vitamin E naturally?

There are many food items that contain vitamin E naturally. They are vegetable oils (such as wheat germ, sunflower, safflower, corn, and soybean oils), nuts (such as almonds, peanuts, walnut, and hazelnut), green leafy vegetables (such as spinach and broccoli), cereals, fruit juices etc. Taking such foods in your daily diet will help you get more vitamin E and improve your overall health.

Q. Does Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule improve immunity?

Yes. Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule helps improve immunity. It strengthens your immune system, and increases your ability to fight infections. The antioxidants that are present in Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule, prevent any harmful toxins from damaging the various organs in our body.

Q. Can I take Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule in pregnancy?

There is no clarity on the use of Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule in pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive, consult your doctor before taking Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule. You may take it only if prescribed by your doctor.

Q. Is it safe to take Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule daily?

Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule is safe to be taken daily. However, it should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Q. Should I avoid taking any medicines with Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule?

Yes, there are some medicines that should be avoided or used with caution while taking Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule like, oral contraceptives, blood thinners, or medicines used to treat certain bleeding disorders. Make sure to inform your doctor if you ever had a blood clot (thrombosis), or if you suffer from a bleeding condition caused due to lack of vitamin K.

In Treatment of Vitamin E deficiency

Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule contains Vitamin E that has antioxidant properties that prevent any damage due to free radicals produced by toxins in our body. It improves the functioning of the immune system, skin health and also prevents any harmful effects of ultraviolet rays of the sun.

Headache

Nausea

Rash

Dizziness

Blurred vision

Diarrhea

Flatulence

Abdominal pain

Fatigue

Weakness

Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving:SAFE

Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Alder Vit-e 400 Soft Gelatin Capsule is recommended.

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