Dosage Forms
Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling. [DSC] = Discontinued product
Cream, External:
Gordons-Vite E: 1500 units/30 g (15 g, 75 g, 480 g, 2400 g)
Gel, External:
Natural Vitamin E Moisturizing: (237 mL) [contains methylparaben, polyethylene glycol]
Liquid, External:
Generic: 920 units/mL (28.5 mL, 57 mL, 114 mL)
Lotion, External:
Vitec: (113 g)
Xtra-Care: (2 mL [DSC], 59 mL [DSC], 118 mL [DSC], 237 mL [DSC], 621 mL [DSC], 1000 mL [DSC], 3840 mL [DSC])
Oil, External:
Vitamin E Beauty: 24,000 units/52 mL (52 mL); 49,000 units/52 mL (52 mL)
Generic: 28,000 units (29.5 mL)
Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Prevents oxidation of vitamin A and C; protects polyunsaturated fatty acids in membranes from attack by free radicals and protects red blood cells against hemolysis
Use: Labeled Indications
Dermatological conditions: Temporary relief of minor skin disorders such as diaper rash, burns, sunburn and chapped or dry skin
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to vitamin E or any component of the formulation
Dosage and Administration
Dosing: Adult
Dermatological conditions: Topical: Apply a thin layer over affected area.
Dosing: Geriatric
Refer to adult dosing.
Dosing: Pediatric
Superficial dermatologic irritation: Infants, Children, and Adolescents: Topical: Apply a thin layer over affected area
Storage
Protect from light.
Drug Interactions
There are no known significant interactions.
Adverse Reactions
There are no adverse reactions listed in the manufacturer’s labeling.
Patient Education
- Discuss specific use of drug and side effects with patient as it relates to treatment. (HCAHPS: During this hospital stay, were you given any medicine that you had not taken before? Before giving you any new medicine, how often did hospital staff tell you what the medicine was for? How often did hospital staff describe possible side effects in a way you could understand?)
- Patient may experience asthenia, dyspepsia, or diarrhea. Have patient report immediately to prescriber ecchymosis or hemorrhaging (HCAHPS).
- Educate patient about signs of a significant reaction (eg, wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat). Note: This is not a comprehensive list of all side effects. Patient should consult prescriber for additional questions.
Intended Use and Disclaimer: Should not be printed and given to patients. This information is intended to serve as a concise initial reference for healthcare professionals to use when discussing medications with a patient. You must ultimately rely on your own discretion, experience and judgment in diagnosing, treating and advising patients.
