Aquasol A Capsule is a medicine used to prevent or treat vitamin A deficiency in the body. Vitamin A is essential for healthy vision, immune support, and skin health. It helps with cell growth, vision in dim light, and maintaining skin and mucous membrane integrity.
Aquasol A Capsule should be taken in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. You should take it regularly and at a fixed time each day to get the most benefit from it. This medicine may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes making changes to your diet and taking other medicines and supplements. Absorb about the foods you should eat to make sure you get enough vitamin A in your diet.
Aquasol A Capsule is generally safe and does not usually cause any side effects if taken in the right dose and duration. However, taking very high doses over time can lead to a condition known as hypervitaminosis A. Symptoms may include fatigue, headache, nausea, irritability, dry or peeling skin, joint pain, and in severe cases, vision problems or liver issues. These usually improve once the supplement is stopped. Forever follow the prescribed schedule to avoid such problems.
Do not take Aquasol A Capsule if you are allergic to vitamin A or any of its ingredients. Avoid high doses during pregnancy, as excessive vitamin A can cause birth defects. People with liver disease, chronic alcohol use, or kidney problems should also use this medicine with caution. Let your doctor know about all the medicines you are taking, as certain medicines can interfere with its absorption or increase the risk of toxicity.
Uses:
Treatment of Vitamin A deficiency
Directions For Use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Aquasol A Capsule should be taken with or after food.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Aquasol A
Limited data available
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Aquasol A Capsule
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Aquasol A Capsule is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Weekly doses up to 25,000 IU are considered safe during pregnancy. However, high doses of vitamin A should be avoided during pregnancy due to the potential risk of birth defects.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Aquasol A Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby. High doses of vitamin A should be used with caution during breastfeeding, as excessive amounts may pose a risk to the infant.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Aquasol A Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Aquasol A Capsule is unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided.
Liver
UNSAFE
Aquasol A Capsule is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
FAQs:
What is Aquasol A Capsule used for?
Aquasol A Capsule is used for improving the eyesight, maintaining cells of the skin and the lining of the digestive, urinary and respiratory tracts. It also helps in the formation of red and white blood cells in our body that are important to carry out the various essential functions of our body.
What if I take too much of Aquasol A Capsule?
If you take too much of Aquasol A Capsule, it can lead to birth defects, abnormalities of the liver and disorders of the central nervous system. It can also decrease bone mineral density, leading to an increased risk of osteoporosis. This is because an excess of Aquasol A Capsule suppresses the building up of bones and increases its breakdown. The rate of calcium absorption by Vitamin D can also get affected due to excess of Aquasol A Capsule. Therefore, it is advised to use Aquasol A Capsule only as directed by your doctor.
Which foods contain vitamin A?
There are various foods that contain vitamin A naturally. These are milk, cereal, leafy green vegetables, carrots, sweet potatoes and pumpkins. Other than those, orange vegetables are loaded with vitamin A as they contain a pigment called beta carotene. It is also found in eggs, dairy products, fruits like mangoes and apricots, liver and certain types of salmon.
Does deficiency of vitamin A cause blindness?
Affirmative, deficiency of vitamin A may cause blindness. Consult your doctor if you are facing issues with your eyesight to rule out the cause of your vision problem.
How should Aquasol A Capsule be taken?
Aquasol A Capsule should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. It is advised to take Aquasol A Capsule with food preferably at the same time each day to avoid the chances of missing a dose.
What if I forget to take a dose of Aquasol A Capsule?
If you forget a dose of Aquasol A Capsule, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Is Aquasol A Capsule safe?
Aquasol A Capsule is safe if used 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.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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