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Vitamin A pour 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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En conclusion

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 Effet: None None

Population: 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 Effet: None None

Population: 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 Effet: None None

Population: 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 Effet: DALYs decreased 59.77%, deaths decreased 63.81% None

Population: 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 Effet: None None

Population: 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 Effet: None None

Population: Children with acute diarrhea

Key Statistics

3

Études

500

Participants

Positive

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Note

Referenced Papers

Brain and nerve … 2019 1 citations
World journal of … 2016 238 citations
Clinics in dermatology 2016 19 citations
European journal of … 2012 225 citations
Journal of burn … 2012 16 citations
The British journal … 2002 358 citations
The British journal … 2001 74 citations
Journal of pediatric … 2000 20 citations
Nutrition (Burbank, Los … 1998 24 citations
The Journal of … 1998 3 citations
The American journal … 1995 103 citations
The American journal … 1993 42 citations

Dosage & Usage

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

Posologies couramment utilisées

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)

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

Posologies étudiées dans la recherche

Posologie Durée Effet 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 --

Moment optimal de prise : With meals containing fat for better absorption

Safety & Side Effects

Effets indésirables signalés

  • 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

Interactions connues

  • 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)

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

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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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