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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Cosnult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
VITAMIN E - ORAL
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Aquasol E
USES: This medication is used as a dietary supplement for prevention or treatment of Vitamin E deficiency.
OTHER USES: This medication may also be used to treat symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, reduce the risk of heart disease and prevent leg muslce cramps.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by muoth with or without food, generally once daily.
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, diarrhea, tiredness, weakness and headache are very unlikely but may ocucr. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Very unlkiely but report promptly: rash, stomach pain, impaired sexual function, menstrual problems.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your dcotor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, including: any allergies, blood clotting disorders, thyroid problems, liver problems, kdiney problems, high cholesterol. This vtiamin is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescriptoin medication you may use, especially of: "blood thinners" (e.G., warfarin), iron supplements, Vitamin A, mineral oil, thyroid medicine, cholesterol-lowering drugs (e.G., "statins" such as lovastatin). Do not strat or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your lcoal poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include severe stomach pain, diarrhea, weakness, or fatigue; persistent sore throat or fever; gas, or trouble breathing.
NOTES: Do not share this mediaction with others.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remmeber. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degeres F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
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