| DRUG | SUPPLIED | DOSE | COMMENTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| VITAMIN E (Paeds) (D-alpha Tocopheral Acetate, Aquasol E) Mechanism of action: Vitamin supplement Ref: 64, 131, 309, 650 Last update: 2022-09-12 |
capsule: 100 IU, 200 IU, 400 IU drops (Aquasol E): 50 IU/mL (water soluble) |
Supplementation for malabsorption/cholestasis/biliary atresia: 20-25 IU/kg/dose PO once daily in the morning Supplementation in Cystic Fibrosis: <1 year old: 50 IU/24 hr 1-4 yrs: 100 IU/24 hr >4-10 yrs: 200 IU/24 hr>10 yrs: 400 IU/24 hr |
Oil miscible preparations (as in capsules) may be used in cystic fibrosis patients > 1 year of age (to be taken with pancreatic enzymes). CF patients < 1 year of age should take Aquasol E if not receiving an alternate product for supplementation. Standard Prescription: vitamin E__units PO daily |