Tocophersolan
Tocophersolan is a water-soluble form of vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) used to treat and prevent vitamin E deficiency. It functions as an antioxidant and is sometimes used to improve the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
Tocophersolan is a water-soluble vitamin E supplement used to treat deficiency and support antioxidant activity.
Key facts at a glance
- ATC
- A11HA08
- RxNorm
- 159151
- Generic
- Tocophersolan
- Class
- atc-a11
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- oral
- Forms
- solution
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment and prevention of vitamin E deficiency, particularly in conditions affecting fat absorption such as cystic fibrosis, cholestatic liver disease, and short bowel syndrome. Also used as a general vitamin E supplement.
Tocophersolan is a prodrug of vitamin E that provides antioxidant activity by protecting cell membranes from oxidative damage. Its water-soluble formulation allows for better absorption compared to fat-soluble vitamin E forms.
May enhance absorption of other fat-soluble vitamins but can also increase risk of vitamin A toxicity. Generally well-tolerated but high doses may cause diarrhea or gastrointestinal upset. Consult a healthcare provider before use in pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Official drug label
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