Vitamin A 10,000 IU - 100 Softgels

How Much Vitamin A Do You Need?

The Reference Nutrient Intake (RNI) for vitamin A is 700 µg for men and 600 µg for women per day. The UK Department of Health advises that adults should not consume more than 1,500 µg of retinol from supplements daily unless under medical supervision. This product provides 3,000 µg (10,000 IU) per softgel, which exceeds this level. Therefore, it is intended for use only when advised by a health care professional. Pregnant women should not exceed 3,000 µg of retinol per day (the same as 10,000 IU), and should seek medical advice before taking this supplement.

Types of Vitamin A: Retinol vs. Beta-Carotene

Vitamin A comes in two primary forms: preformed vitamin A (retinol, retinyl esters) and provitamin A carotenoids (beta-carotene). Retinol, found in animal sources like fish liver oil, is directly usable by the body. Beta-carotene, from plants like carrots and sweet potatoes, must be converted to retinol, a process that varies in efficiency depending on genetics and diet.

This supplement use retinyl palmitate from fish liver oil, providing a stable and highly absorbable form of vitamin A. For those with limited conversion ability or increased needs, retinol is the most reliable choice.

What Is Vitamin A?

Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is vital for maintaining healthy vision, supporting the immune system, and promoting skin health. This supplement provides retinol, the most bioavailable form, sourced from fish liver oil. Unlike beta-carotene, retinol does not require conversion, making it an efficient choice for meeting your daily needs. Each softgel delivers 10,000 IU (3,000 µg RAE) of vitamin A, a potent dose that should be used with medical guidance.

Vitamin A Benefits

• Vision Support – Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal vision, particularly in low light.
• Immune Function – It contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
• Skin Health – It contributes to the maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes.
• Reproductive Health – It contributes to normal reproduction and foetal development.

These are established health claims authorised by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). By incorporating this supplement into your daily routine, you can help fill nutritional gaps and support overall wellness.

Potential Side Effects and Safety

Vitamin A is safe when taken as directed, but excessive intake can lead to hypervitaminosis A. Symptoms may include dizziness, nausea, skin changes, and joint pain. As this product provides a high dose (10,000 IU per softgel), it should not be combined with other high-dose vitamin A supplements without medical supervision. Most adults can safely take one softgel daily with food, but only if advised by a health care professional. If you have liver disease or consume a diet rich in liver or fortified foods, consult your doctor to avoid exceeding safe levels. Pregnant women should not exceed 3,000 µg of retinol per day and must seek medical advice before use.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Medicines and Health care products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, , or prevent any disease.