TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL
About
TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL belongs to the class of medications called 'Nutritional supplements' used to treat skin problems such as acne, eczema, rosacea (redness in cheeks, nose, and forehead), and psoriasis (red plaques covered with silvery scales). It also treats cyclical mastalgia (breast pain) and premenstrual syndrome symptoms like irritability. Skin problems may occur due to a lack of essential fatty acids, which causes hormonal imbalance and may lead to skin problems like acne, eczema, rosacea, and allergies. On the other hand, mastalgia is breast pain related to the hormonal fluctuations associated with the cyclical, related to menstrual cycle, or non-cyclical.
TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL contains Tocopherol (vitamin E) and Primerose oil. Tocopherol (vitamin E) is a fat-soluble vitamin that acts as an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties. It helps nourish and protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals. Primerose oil, extracted from the seed of evening primrose oil, plays an important role in regulating hormones and promoting skin elasticity. Primerose oil works by reducing skin inflammation and the number of skin cells that cause lesions. It may also help the skin retain moisture, elasticity, firmness, and fatigue resistance. Together, TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL is used to treat skin problems like acne, eczema, rosacea, cyclical mastalgia (breast pain), and premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms such as irritability and bloating.
Take TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL as recommended by your doctor. Some people may experience nausea, stomach upset, tiredness, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are known to be allergic to TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL or any other medicines, please tell your doctor if you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL. If you have a history of blood disorders, seizures (fits), liver disease, kidney disease, or heart problems, please inform your doctor before using TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL. If you are taking any medicines or supplements, talk to your doctor before using TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL. TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL is not recommended to children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. You should inform your doctor that you are taking TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL before surgery.
Uses of TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL
Medicinal Benefits
TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL contains Tocopherol (vitamin E) and Primerose oil. Tocopherol (vitamin E) is a fat-soluble vitamin that acts as an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties. It helps nourish and protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals. Primerose oil, extracted from evening primrose oil seed containing gamma-linoleic acid (GLA), linoleic acid (LA), and omega-6 fatty acids, plays an important role in regulating hormones and promoting skin elasticity. Primerose oil works by reducing skin inflammation and the number of skin cells that cause lesions. It may also help the skin retain moisture, elasticity, firmness, and fatigue resistance and improve its epidermis. It is highly effective in treating premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms such as irritability and bloating. Also, reduce inflammation and help inhibit prostaglandins that cause cyclical breast pain. Together, TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL is used to treat skin problems like acne, eczema, and cyclical mastalgia (breast pain).
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL
- Upset stomach
- Nausea
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Tiredness
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not use TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL if you are allergic to TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL or its contents. It is essential to inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding before using TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL. TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL is not recommended to children unless advised by the doctor. Let your doctor know if you have a history of blood disorder, seizures (fits), liver disease, kidney disease, or diabetes before using TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL. Please inform your doctor if you are using any other medications, including vitamins, and herbal supplements. Primrose oil in TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL can affect blood clotting and may increase your risk of bleeding. If you need surgery, dental work, or a medical procedure, stop taking TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL at least 2 weeks before surgery.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL may interact with other drugs painkillers (aspirin, naproxen, diclofenac, ibuprofen, indomethacin), anti-cancer drugs (cisplatin, bortezomib, capecitabine, fluorouracil, altretamine, methotrexate), a drug used to treat obesity (orlistat), bile acid sequestrant (colestyramine, colesevelam, colestipol), blood thinner (anisindione, warfarin, dicumarol), used to treat hyperphosphatemia (sevelamer), anti-depressant (citalopram, amitriptyline, imipramine clomipramine, duloxetine), anti-anxiety (diazepam, lorazepam, clonazepam).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid using TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL with other herbal/health supplements like angelica, capsicum, clove, danshen, garlic, red clover, and willow that can affect blood clotting.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Before using TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL, let your doctor know if have a bleeding or blood clotting disorder, seizures (fits), liver or kidney, and heart diseases.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionThe interaction of alcohol with TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL is unknown. Please consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while using TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor before using TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor before using TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
cautionNo studies have investigated the effect of TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL on driving performance or the ability to operate machinery. Drive only if you are physically stable and mentally focused, If you experience drowsiness after taking these medications, you should not drive or operate any machinery or vehicles.
Liver
consult your doctorConsult your doctor if you have any history of liver diseases before using TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL.
Kidney
consult your doctorConsult your doctor if you have any history of kidney diseases before using TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL.
Children
cautionIt is not known whether TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL can be used in children. Hence, please consult your doctor if you concerns.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Consume an adequate amount of protein. Dietary protein provides essential amino acids that your body can not make on its own and must be consumed daily to maintain muscle, bone, and skin health.
- Exercise regularly, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Physical activity can strongly influence hormonal health.
- Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
- Avoid harsh products on your skin.
- Do not scratch or pick your skin to avoid infecting the affected area.
- Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
- Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.
Special Advise
Regular check-up with your doctor as primrose oil in TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL may increase the chance of seizures in patients with a history of seizures.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Hormonal Imbalance: Hormones are chemicals that are produced by glands (endocrine system) in the body. An imbalance occurs when there is too much or too little hormone in the body. It can be caused by stress or hormone medications. However, hormonal imbalances can also be caused by any medical condition that impacts or involves the endocrine system or glands. Symptoms of hormonal imbalance include unexplained weight gain or weight loss, changes in sensitivity to cold and heat, dehydrated skin or skin rashes, brittle or weak bones, changes in blood sugar concentration, breast tenderness, etc.
Mastalgia (breast pain): is breast pain that is related to the hormonal variations associated with the cyclical and related to the menstrual cycle, or non-cyclical. Normal fibrocystic changes can cause breast pain, swelling, or thick areas. Symptoms include breast tenderness, sharp, burning pain, and tightness in the breast tissue.
Acne vulgaris (acne): Acne is a skin condition caused by hair follicles plugging with oil and dead skin cells. Whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, cysts, and nodules are all types of acne. It commonly occurs in teenagers though all age groups are affected.
Eczema: It is a condition in which skin patches become inflamed, itchy, cracked, and rough.
FAQs
TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL contains Tocopherol (vitamin E) and Primrose oil, primarily used to treat skin problems like acne, eczema, and cyclical mastalgia (breast pain), and premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms like irritability, bloating. Tocopherol is an antioxidant that helps nourish and protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals. Primerose oil plays an important role in regulating hormones and promotes skin elasticity. Primerose oil works by reducing the inflammation and helps inhibit prostaglandins that cause cyclical breast pain.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before advising it to you. Primrose oil in TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL is unsafe to use during pregnancy. Do not use TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL without medical advice if you are pregnant.
In some patients, blood thinner when taken along with TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL may increase the time required for the formation of blood clots. Hence, before starting TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL, inform your doctor if you are taking any blood thinner.
Your doctor may probably tell you to stop taking TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL. Primrose in TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL causes blood thining when combined with general anaesthesia before surgery. So, please inform your doctor before surgery if you are taking TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL.
Unless suggested by the doctor, to take TOCOPHEROL (VITE)+PRIMEROSE OIL in morning or night, one should fix a time slot, and they should take it regularly at the same time.
