Palmitate-a - Vitamin A - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Palmitate-a.
• USES: Vitamin A plays a critical role in the body. It helps prevent night blindness, promotes growth and is needed for healthy skin. This vitamin is used to prevent and treat a vitamin A deficiency.
• COMMON BRAND NAMES: Aquasol A, Palmitate-A

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Palmitate-a Storage Instructions

• Store capsules and drops at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Read Before Using Palmitate-a (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication is generally well tolerated.
• Notify your doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, weakness, dry or itchy skin or lips, irritability or hair loss while taking this drug.
• It may be necessary to reduce your dose.
• If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication orally as directed.
• Because this medication accumulates in body-fat (fat-soluble), do not take this more often or in greater amounts than prescribed.
• Too much vitamin A can cause serious side effects (for example, liver damage).

Palmitate-a Miscellaneous Notes

• Vitamin A is commonly found in fish, sweet potatoes, leafy green vegetables, carrots, eggs and whole-milk products.
• It is important to eat a well balanced diet.
• Follow any dietary guidelines recommended.
• Large doses of vitamin A taken by mouth have not been shown to be effective in treating acne and may result in unwanted side effects.
• Topical vitamin A preparations have been found to be effective.
• Talk to your doctor about this therapy.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include bleeding gums, sore mouth, bulging soft spot on head (in babies), diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, severe headache, confusion, double vision, and severe vomiting.