Beta carotene
Instructions for use:
- 1. Release form and composition
- 2. Indications for use
- 3. Contraindications
- 4. Method of application and dosage
- 5. Side effects
- 6. Special instructions
- 7. Analogs
- 8. Terms and conditions of storage
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Beta-carotene is a provitamin A with pronounced antioxidant, as well as immunostimulating and adaptogenic properties.
Release form and composition
Beta-carotene is available in the following dosage forms:
- Dragee 2.5 mg;
- 10 mg capsules;
- Tablets of 0.4 mg.
Indications for use
Due to its pronounced antioxidant properties, Beta-carotene protects cells from damage by free radicals and active oxygen. It participates in the process of renewal of epithelial tissues, protecting the skin from the harmful effects of UV rays, promotes the growth and regeneration of bone tissue.
In addition, Beta-carotene increases the adaptive capacity of the body and its resistance to stress. Also, partially converted to retinol (vitamin A), it helps to normalize metabolism, has a positive effect on the state of the organs of vision (ensures the transition of opsin to rhodopsin - a pigment that provides night vision), skin and mucous membranes.
Beta-carotene can be taken seasonally and constantly by people of all age groups:
- With an insufficient amount of vitamin A in the body;
- To increase immunity, especially during epidemics of influenza and respiratory infections or with increased stress;
- To neutralize the effects of aggressive environmental factors.
Contraindications
The use of Beta-carotene is contraindicated in case of individual intolerance to the components of the drug.
Method of administration and dosage
When using Beta-carotene for medicinal purposes, the dose and duration of therapy is determined by the doctor depending on the patient's condition or the degree of the disease.
For prophylaxis, adults and children from 4 years of age are usually prescribed 0.01-0.03 g of Beta-carotene daily (during or after meals). According to the indications, the doctor may increase the dosage to 0.065 g per day.
Pregnant women are usually prescribed 0.01 g per day.
The drug is taken daily for a long time.
Side effects
The use of beta-carotene usually does not lead to the development of side effects. With hypersensitivity, allergic reactions and carotenoderma may occur.
With a significant overdose of the drug and the development of hypervitaminosis A, headache, dizziness, weakness, anxiety, double vision, dyspeptic disorders, skin rashes, dry lips, pain in bones and joints, as well as decreased appetite, ulceration of the skin and mucous membranes may occur. As a rule, these symptoms disappear with dose reduction or temporary withdrawal of Beta-carotene.
special instructions
Caution should be exercised while taking the drug with various vitamin complexes.
Analogs
Analogs are various dietary supplements, which contain different amounts of beta-carotene: Beta-carotene in vegetable oil, Beta-carotene 10% and 20%, Beta-carotene 7 mg and others.
Retinol acetate and Retinol palmitate are drugs similar in their mechanism of action.
Terms and conditions of storage
The drug is dispensed without a doctor's prescription. Store away from sunlight.
Shelf life is 2 years.
Beta carotene: prices in online pharmacies
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Drug name Price Pharmacy |
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Arnebia beta-carotene + Calcium 4.5 g effervescent tablets 20 pcs. 117 RUB Buy |
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ARNEBIA BETA-CAROTINE + CALCIUM, 20 effervescent tablets in a plastic tube RUB 150 Buy |
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Madagascar beta-carotene + sea buckthorn chewable tablets with sea buckthorn flavor 1050mg 80pcs 372 r Buy |
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Natures Bounty Beta Carotene 6000 IU 4 mg Capsules 60 pcs 783 r Buy |
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Solgar Beta-carotene from ocean seaweed D. Salina caps. 810mg 60 pcs. 1214 RUB Buy |
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!
