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Vitamin E Oral Tablet (VITAMIN E - ORAL)

For vitamin replacement.

Generic Name: Vitamin E

Instructions

This medicine may be taken with or without food.

Store at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not keep in the bathroom.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all your medicines. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines.

Speak with your doctor or pharmacist before starting any other vitamins.

Cautions

Do not use the medication any more than instructed.

Please check with your doctor before drinking alcohol while on this medicine.

It is unknown if this medicine passes into breast milk. Ask your doctor before breastfeeding.

During pregnancy, this medicine should be used only when clearly needed. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits.

Do not start or stop any other medicines without first speaking to your doctor or pharmacist.

Side Effects

The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.

diarrhea
lack of energy and tiredness
headaches
nausea
stomach upset or abdominal pain
blurring or changes of vision

Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:

bleeding or bruising

Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.

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