Vitamin A Information
Pronunciation
VYE ta min aye
What is this drug used for?
• It is used to treat or prevent vitamin A deficiency.
• It is used to treat some skin problems.
Other side effects of this drug: Talk with your doctor right away if you have any of these signs of:
• A significant reaction like wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Medication Safety Issues
Sound-alike/look-alike issues:
Aquasol may be confused with Anusol
Storage and Stability
Injection: Store at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F); do not freeze. Protect from light. Extended storage information at room temperature may be available; contact product manufacturer to obtain current recommendations.
Adverse Reactions
Hypersensitivity: Anaphylactic shock (following IV administration), hypersensitivity reaction (rare), intracranial hypertension (Tan 2019)
