Vitamin E
- Generic Name
- Vitamin E
- Brand Names
- Mvc-fluoride, Vitafol-one
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C29H50O2
- CAS Number
- 59-02-9
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- N9PR3490H9
- Background
In 1922, vitamin E was demonstrated to be an essential nutrient. Vitamin E is a term used to describe 8 different fat soluble tocopherols and tocotrienols, alpha-tocopherol being the most biologically active. Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant, protecting cell membranes from oxidative damage. The antioxidant effects are currently being researched for use in th...
- Indication
Vitamin E supplementation is indicated for treatment of vitamin E deficiency which can occur in cystic fibrosis, cholestasis and severe liver disease, abetalipoproteinemia or simply poor diet.
- Associated Conditions
- Vitamin Deficiency
- Associated Therapies
- Long-chain omega-3 fatty acid supplementation, Dietary supplementation
Randomized Trial of Vitamin A and Vitamin E Supplementation for Retinitis Pigmentosa
Phase 3
Completed
- Conditions
- First Posted Date
- 1999-09-24
- Last Posted Date
- 2009-09-17
- Lead Sponsor
- National Eye Institute (NEI)
- Registration Number
- NCT00000114
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