Indications - As dietary supplement: Vitamin E deficiency resulting from impaired absorption Increased requirements due to diet rich in polyunsaturated fats For healthy hair & skin As an antioxidant Hemolytic anemia due to Vitamin E deficiency Therapeutic use: Cardiovascular disease Heavy metal poisoning Hepatotoxin poisoning Hemolytic anemia Oxygen therapy In nutritional deficiency states.

Dosage & Administration - Betterment of cardiovascular health: 400 IU-800 IU per day Deficiency syndrome in adults: 200 IU-400 IU per day Deficiency syndrome in children: 200 IU per day Thalassemia: 800 IU per day Sickle-cell anemia: 400 IU per day Betterment of skin & hair: 200 IU-400 IU per day (Topical use is also established for beautification) Chronic cold in adults: 200 IU per day

Side Effects - Overdosage (>1 gm) have been associated with minor side effects, including hypertension, fatigue, diarrhea and myopathy.

Contraindications - No known contraindications found.

Others - Pregnancy & Lactation Vitamin E is safe in pregnancy and lactation, when used as recommended doses. Higher doses are not established.