Therapeutic Group

Indication Dosage

Vitamin E is a group of fat-soluble compounds that have antioxidant properties and play a vital role in maintaining the health of the skin, eyes, and immune system. It is found in many foods, such as nuts, seeds, vegetable oils, and green leafy vegetables. Vitamin E deficiency can lead to a variety of health problems, including nerve and muscle damage, impaired immune function, and vision problems. However, excessive intake of vitamin E supplements can also have negative effects on health.

Vitamin E Deficiency: 

• Adult: 100-200 Mg Daily. 
• Children: Neonate, 10 Mg/kg Once Daily; 1 Month-18 Yrs: 2-10 Mg/kg Daily, Up To 20 Mg/kg Has Been Used. 

Vitamin E Deficiency Due To Malabsorption In Congenital Or Hereditary Chronic Cholestasis And Liver Disease: 

Oral: 

• Adult: 200 Mg Daily. 
• Children: Neonate, 10 Mg/kg Daily; 
• 1 Month-12 Yrs: Initially 100 Mg Daily, Adjusted According To Response; Up To 200 Mg/kg Daily May Be Required;
• 12-18 Yrs: Initially 200 Mg Daily, Adjusted According To Response. 

By IM Inj: 

• Neonate, 10 Mg/kg Once A Month; 1 Month-18 Yrs: 10 Mg/kg (max 100 Mg) Once A Month. 

Malabsorption In Cystic Fibrosis:

Oral: 

• Adult: 100-200 Mg Daily. 
• Children 1 Month-1 Yrs: 50 Mg Once Daily, Adjusted As Necessary; 
• 1-12 Yrs: 100 Mg Once Daily, Adjusted As Necessary; 
• 12-18 Yrs: 100-200 Mg Once Daily, Adjusted As Necessary.

Malabsorption In Abetalipoproteinaemia: 

• Adult: 50-100 Mg/kg Daily. 
• Children: Neonate, 100 Mg/kg Once Daily; 
• 1 Month-18 Yrs: 50-100 Mg/kg Once Daily.

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