Beta Carotene / Vitamin A
Beta Carotene is a provitamin found in plants that the body converts to active Vitamin A. It is used as a supplement to treat or prevent Vitamin A deficiency and supports eye health, immune function, and skin health. Unlike preformed Vitamin A, beta carotene is converted by the body only as needed, making it a safer alternative for long-term supplementation.
A plant-derived Vitamin A precursor supplement used to address deficiencies and support vision, immunity, and skin health.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 710957
- Generic
- Beta Carotene / Vitamin A
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment and prevention of Vitamin A deficiency, support for eye health (particularly night vision), immune system support, and skin health. May be used as an antioxidant supplement for general wellness.
Beta carotene is a carotenoid pigment found in fruits and vegetables. The body enzymatically converts beta carotene to retinol, the active form of Vitamin A, as needed. As an antioxidant, it helps protect cells from oxidative damage caused by free radicals.
Generally considered safe at recommended doses, but high doses may cause harmless orange-yellow skin discoloration. Smoking cessation patients should consult a doctor, as some studies suggest high-dose beta carotene supplements may increase lung cancer risk in heavy smokers. Pregnant women should avoid exceeding recommended doses of Vitamin A. Unlike preformed Vitamin A, beta carotene toxicity is extremely rare.
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