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Vitamin A para Acute Diarrhea

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Some evidence in vitamin A-deficient populations. WHO recommends for measles-associated diarrhea. Not effective in non-deficient individuals.

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Conclusión

Some evidence in vitamin A-deficient populations. WHO recommends for measles-associated diarrhea. Not effective in non-deficient individuals.

Key Study Findings

Review
The interplay between malnutrition, persistent diarrhea, lactose intolerance, and food associated gut dysbiosis in children; …
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: None Efecto: None None

Población: children with persistent diarrhea, lactose intolerance, and gut dysbiosis in low/middle-income countries

Other 12 weeks
Revealing the mechanism of Ganoderma lucidum insoluble dietary fiber alleviating NAFLD through transcriptomics and metabolomics.
Dose: None vs: HFD control mice Outcome: NAFLD biomarkers and gut microbiota composition Efecto: None None

Población: HFD-induced NAFLD mouse model

Review
Are there Effective Vegan-Friendly Supplements for Optimizing Health and Sports Performance? a Narrative Review.
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: Athletic performance and nutritional optimization Efecto: None None

Población: Vegan athletes (narrative review)

Observational Study
Trends in burden and mortality of congenital birth defects in G20 countries (1990-2021) and predictions …
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: DALYs and mortality rates of congenital birth defects Efecto: DALYs decreased 59.77%, deaths decreased 63.81% None

Población: G20 countries population, 1990-2021

Review
B Vitamins, Glucoronolactone and the Immune System: Bioavailability, Doses and Efficiency.
Dose: B vitamins and glucuronolactone vs: None Outcome: Immune system function Efecto: None None

Población: General population (review)

Observational Study n=48
The Resurgence of Measles Infection and its Associated Complications in Early Childhood at a Tertiary …
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: None Efecto: None None

Población: Children with acute diarrhea

Key Statistics

3

Estudios

500

Participantes

Positive

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Calificación

Referenced Papers

Brain and nerve … 2019 1 citas
World journal of … 2016 238 citas
Clinics in dermatology 2016 19 citas
European journal of … 2012 225 citas
Journal of burn … 2012 16 citas
The British journal … 2002 358 citas
The British journal … 2001 74 citas
Journal of pediatric … 2000 20 citas
Nutrition (Burbank, Los … 1998 24 citas
The Journal of … 1998 3 citas
The American journal … 1995 103 citas

Dosage & Usage

mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units

Dosificaciones de uso común

general:
700-900 mcg RAE/day (RDA for adults)
gutbarriersupport:
900 mcg RAE/day from mixed sources
deficiencycorrection:
200,000 IU single dose (WHO protocol for severe deficiency, medical supervision)

Límite superior: 3,000 mcg RAE/day (preformed vitamin A; beta-carotene has no established UL)

Dosificaciones estudiadas en la investigación

Dosificación Duración Efecto N
None -- Neutral --
None 12 weeks Positive --
None -- Positive --
None -- Positive --
B vitamins and glucuronolactone -- Positive --
None -- Mixed 48
None -- Mixed --
None 1.0 weeks Mixed --

Mejor momento para tomar: With meals containing fat for better absorption

Safety & Side Effects

Efectos secundarios reportados

  • Hepatotoxicity at chronic high doses of preformed vitamin A
  • Birth defects (teratogenic at high doses during pregnancy — avoid >3,000 mcg RAE/day)
  • Nausea, headache, and dizziness
  • Bone density reduction with long-term excess

Interacciones conocidas

  • Retinoid medications (isotretinoin, tretinoin — additive toxicity risk)
  • Orlistat (reduces absorption of fat-soluble vitamins)
  • Alcohol (increases hepatotoxicity risk of vitamin A)
  • Tetracycline antibiotics (increased risk of intracranial pressure)

Ingesta máxima tolerable: 3,000 mcg RAE/day (preformed vitamin A; beta-carotene has no established UL)

Consulte siempre a su profesional de salud antes de comenzar cualquier suplemento.Siempre consulte a su profesional de salud antes de comenzar cualquier suplemento.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Vitamin A help with Acute Diarrhea?
Based on 3 studies with 500 participants, there is preliminary evidence that needs more research that Vitamin A may support Acute Diarrhea management. Our evidence grade is D (Very Early Research).
How much Vitamin A should I take for Acute Diarrhea?
Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 700-900 mcg RAE/day (RDA for adults). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.
Are there side effects of Vitamin A?
Reported side effects may include Hepatotoxicity at chronic high doses of preformed vitamin A, Birth defects (teratogenic at high doses during pregnancy — avoid >3,000 mcg RAE/day), Nausea, headache, and dizziness, Bone density reduction with long-term excess. Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.
How strong is the evidence for Vitamin A and Acute Diarrhea?
We rate the evidence as Grade D (Very Early Research). This rating is based on 3 peer-reviewed studies with 500 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.

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