Aquasol A
Generic name:vitamin A (oral/injection) [ VYE-ta-min-A ]
Drug class:Vitamins
What is Aquasol A?
Aquasol A is found in foods such as milk, cheese, eggs, butter, fortified margarine, meat, liver, oily saltwater fish, grains, oils, carrots, squash, dark green and yellow vegetables, and fruits such as cantaloupe or apricots. This medicine is important for the eyes and skin, the immune system, and for normal growth.
Aquasol A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is absorbed with fats in your diet and stored in your body's fatty tissue.
Aquasol A is used to treat this medicine deficiency.
Aquasol A is possibly effective in preventing cataracts, or slowing the progression of retinitis pigmentosa (an eye disease that causes damage to the retina). This medicine is also possibly effective in preventing diarrhea in pregnant women who are malnourished.
Aquasol A may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Never use more than the recommended dose of vitamin A. An overdose of vitamin A can cause serious or life-threatening side effects.
Do not use Aquasol A without medical advice if you are pregnant. This medicine can cause birth defects if used in large doses.
Before taking this medicine
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if Aquasol A is safe to use if you have ever had:
a zinc or iron deficiency;
celiac disease;
kidney disease;
liver problems such as cirrhosis or jaundice (yellow of the skin or eyes);
anemia (low red blood cells);
short gut syndrome;
an infection in your intestines;
cystic fibrosis;
a pancreas disorder;
if you are malnourished; or
if your body does not absorb fats properly.
Do not use Aquasol A without medical advice if you are pregnant. Although some this medicine is needed for the normal development of a baby, this medicine can cause birth defects if used in large doses. You may need to use a prenatal vitamin specially formulated for pregnant women.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding. Your dose needs may be different while you are nursing.
How should I use Aquasol A?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Aquasol A oral is taken by mouth.
Aquasol A injection is injected into a muscle. A healthcare provider will give you this injection if you are unable to take ...
