BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM
About
BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM belongs to the class of 'nutritional supplements, primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies. Nutritional deficiency occurs when the body is unable to absorb or get enough nutrients from food. It could lead to various health problems, including defective bone growth, anaemia, skin disorders, digestive issues, nerve disorders, and dementia (memory loss).
BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM contains Betacarotene, Zinc, Selenium, Copper, and Manganese. Betacarotene is an antioxidant that protects the cells from damage. Zinc is a mineral that boosts immunity and promotes the growth and development of body tissues. Selenium is a mineral that prevents various diseases of the heart and abnormal cholesterol levels. Manganese and Copper are essential trace minerals that act as excellent sources for maintaining joint and bone health. They prevent cell damage due to free radicals. They are also involved in tissue growth.
Your doctor will decide the duration based on your medical condition. BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM is likely safe to consume. Sometimes, it may cause common side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and headache. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to any of the components, please inform your doctor. Please tell your doctor if you have malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food) and kidney dysfunction since selenium and zinc are primarily excreted in the urine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM. It is unknown if BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM affects your driving ability; hence it is advised to consult your doctor. Please consult your doctor before giving BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM to your child.
Uses of BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM
Medicinal Benefits
BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM treats nutritional deficiencies and is composed of Betacarotene, Zinc, Selenium, Copper, and Manganese. Betacarotene is an antioxidant that protects the cells from damage. It is converted into Vitamin A that is beneficial for vision and eye health, a strong immune system, and healthy skin and mucous membranes. Zinc is a mineral that boosts immunity and promotes the growth and development of body tissues. Selenium is a mineral that prevents various diseases of the heart and blood vessels like stroke, complications from statin drugs, and abnormal cholesterol levels. Manganese and Copper are essential trace minerals that act as excellent sources for maintaining joint and bone health. They prevent cell damage due to free radicals. They are also involved in tissue growth. Together, BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM helps treat nutritional deficiencies.
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Side Effects of BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM
- Nausea
- Stomach upset
- Headache
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components. Please inform your doctor beforehand if you have malabsorption syndrome or kidney disease. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM. It is unknown if BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM affects your driving ability; hence it is advised to consult your doctor. Please consult your doctor before giving BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM to your child.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM may interact with Vitamin B forms (Niacin), arthritis drugs (Penicillamine), antibiotics (ciprofloxacin, minocycline, doxycycline), sedation medicines (barbiturates), anticoagulants (warfarin), and birth control pills.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interaction found/established.
Drug-Disease Interaction: BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM is to be cautiously used with medical advice if you have malabsorption syndrome and kidney diseases.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM.
Pregnancy
cautionBETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM should be used during pregnancy only when suggested by the doctor. Please consult your doctor before taking BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
cautionThere is limited information on how BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before taking BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Driving
not applicableNo interactions were found/established.
Liver
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM.
Kidney
cautionIt is advised to seek doctor advice before starting BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM if you have any kidney diseases since it may obstruct the excretion of selenium and zinc minerals from your body.
Children
cautionPlease consult your doctor before giving BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM to children. Your doctor will decide if BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM can be given to your child or not.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Maintain proper weight by following a healthy and well-balanced diet.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
- Exercise regularly and try to avoid stress by practising meditation or yoga.
- Try including selenium-rich food sources like Brazil nuts, yellowfin tuna, rice, beans, whole-wheat bread, dairy products, ham, chicken, turkey, beef, eggs, pork, baked beans, mushrooms, oatmeal, and spinach.
- Include zinc-rich sources like meat, shellfish, legumes, hemp seeds, nuts, eggs, dairy products, whole grains, potatoes, kale, and dark chocolate in your diet.
- Cut down on sugar, salt and processed foods.
- Drink plenty of water.
Special Advise
- Let your doctor know if you are using any blood-clotting medication since selenium in BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM slows the process of blood clotting along with other anti-clotting medicines.
- Zinc may decrease the absorption of antibiotics, thereby reducing their effectiveness. It is advised to maintain at least an hour gap between BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM and antibiotics.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Nutritional deficiency: A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. This condition occurs when a person's nutrient intake is lesser than the body's recommended requirement. It can lead to various health problems like a weak immune system, skin problems, digestion problems, defective bone growth, and neurological diseases.
FAQs
BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM is a dietary supplement that consists of Betacarotene, Zinc, Selenium, Copper, and Manganese. BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM treats nutritional deficiency and prevents various diseases by protecting the cells against free radicals or toxins in the body due to pollution, smoking, ultra-violet rays, etc.
It is important to tell your doctor if you have malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food) since it may be hard to absorb minerals like selenium and zinc. Your doctor may suggest alternate treatments in such a case.
Zinc may decrease the absorption of antibiotics, thereby reducing their effectiveness. It is advised to maintain at least an hour gap between BETACAROTENE+ZINC+MANGANESE+COPPER+SELENIUM and other antibiotics.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosage.
