Drug Name:Vitamin A
Drug Class:Vitamin
Mechanism of Action:Retinol, the active form of Vitamin A, plays a crucial role in vision, immune function, and cell growth and differentiation.
Use:
  • Treatment and prevention of Vitamin A deficiency
  • Supporting healthy vision
  • Promoting immune system function
  • Maintaining healthy skin and mucous membranes
Side Effects:
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Dry skin
  • Hair loss
Contraindications:
  • Hypersensitivity to Vitamin A or any of its components
  • Pregnancy (excessive intake can be harmful to the fetus)
Specialty:
  • General Medicine
  • Pediatrics
  • Dermatology
  • Ophthalmology