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Vitamin A Drops Suitability and AllergensUpdated a month ago

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I’m pregnant or breastfeeding. Can I take Vitamin A Drops?

Per drop of Vitamin A Drops, there is 750 mcg of Vitamin A.  

With a health professional’s recommendation, a pregnant or breastfeeding woman may, only as recommended, use up to 3,000 mcg of vitamin A as needed if she’s not using any other supplements containing Vitamin A as retinyl palmitate. They may contain beta-carotene. 

What is the RDA for Vitamin A for various ages, pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Per drop of Vitamin A Drops, there is 750 mcg of vitamin A.  

A pregnant woman may consume up to 770 mcg of vitamin A if she’s not using any other supplements containing Vitamin A as retinyl palmitate. They may contain beta-carotene. 

A breastfeeding woman may consume up to 1,300 mcg of vitamin A if she’s not using any other supplements containing vitamin A as retinyl palmitate. They may contain beta-carotene. 

According to the National Institutes of Health, here are the RDA’s for various ages, genders and pregnancy and lactation: 

Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) for Vitamin A [5] 

Age 

Male 

Female 

Pregnancy 

Lactation 

Birth to 6 months* 

400 mcg RAE 

400 mcg RAE 

 

 

7–12 months* 

500 mcg RAE 

500 mcg RAE 

 

 

1–3 years 

300 mcg RAE 

300 mcg RAE 

 

 

4–8 years 

400 mcg RAE 

400 mcg RAE 

 

 

9–13 years 

600 mcg RAE 

600 mcg RAE 

 

 

14–18 years 

900 mcg RAE 

700 mcg RAE 

750 mcg RAE 

1,200 mcg RAE 

19–50 years 

900 mcg RAE 

700 mcg RAE 

770 mcg RAE 

1,300 mcg RAE 

51+ years 

900 mcg RAE 

700 mcg RAE 

 

 

 

What are the Upper Limits of Vitamin A for various ages, pregnant or breastfeeding women?

Per drop of Vitamin A Drops, there is 750 mcg of Vitamin A.  

With a health professional’s recommendation, a pregnant or breastfeeding woman may, only as recommended, consume up to 3,000 mcg vitamin A as needed if she’s not using any other supplements containing Vitamin A as retinyl palmitate. They may contain beta-carotene. 

According to the National Institutes of Health, here are the upper limits for vitamin A: 

Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (ULs) for Preformed Vitamin A*

Age 

Male 

Female 

Pregnancy 

Lactation 

Birth to 12 months 

600 mcg 

600 mcg 

 

 

1–3 years 

600 mcg 

600 mcg 

 

 

4–8 years 

900 mcg 

900 mcg 

 

 

9–13 years 

1,700 mcg 

1,700 mcg 

 

 

14–18 years 

2,800 mcg 

2,800 mcg 

2,800 mcg 

2,800 mcg 

19+ years 

3,000 mcg 

3,000 mcg 

3,000 mcg 

3,000 mcg 

 

Do Vitamin A Drops contain GMOs?

Testing confirms that Vitamin A Drops is free from GMO markers. 

Do Vitamin A Drops contain gluten, grains or corn?

Vitamin A Drops is gluten-free. 

Vitamin A Drops does not contain grains. 

Vitamin A drops does not contain corn. 

How many IUs of Vitamin A is in each serving of Vitamin A Drops?

In each drop of Vitamin A drops there is approximately 2,500 IU of vitamin A.

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Source: https://www.fda.gov/media/129863/download 

Are there any warnings or side effects when using Vitamin A Drops? 

Warnings

High doses of vitamin A (above the recommended amount) is potentially toxic. Because vitamin A is not excreted in urine (it is a fat-soluble vitamin), it is not easily removed from the body if too much is taken. 

The serving size is one single droplet. It is recommended that you take caution in the delivery method of this potent product, as one drop contains 1500 mcg RAE.  

If you have an existing medical condition or take a medication for skin conditions (Retinoids), please consult your healthcare professional before considering the use of Vitamin A Drops. 

If you are taking anticoagulants, cancer drugs, weight loss drugs, or retinoids, or are being treated for any medical condition, please contact your health professional before considering the use of this product.† 

Side Effects

Side effects are uncommon if taken in the recommended dosing. 

If the dosage is exceeded, side effects may include: 

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Vertigo or dizziness
  • Blurry vision
  • Mental confusion

If you believe that you are experiencing any of the above side effects or any adverse reactions, please discontinue use of this product and see your healthcare professional immediately. 

Each individual may react differently to any product or supplement. We always recommend that you consult with your healthcare professional prior to considering the use of Vitamin A Drops or any supplement. 

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