The Basics On D-Alpha-Tocopherol
What is D-Alpha-Tocopherol?
Antioxidant that’s considered the most optimal form of vitamin E.
What are other names for D-Alpha-Tocopherol?
2H-1-BENZOPYRAN-6-OL, 3,4-DIHYDRO-2,5,7,8-TETRAMETHYL-2-[(4R,8R)-4,8,12-TRIMETHYLTRIDECYL]-, (2R)-, 2H1BENZOPYRAN6OL, 3,4DIHYDRO2,5,7,8TETRAMETHYL2(4,8,12TRIMETHYLTRIDECYL), [2R[2R*(4R*,8R*)]], ALPHA-TOCOPHEROL, D-ALPHA TOCOPHEROL, and TOCOPHEROL, D-ALPHA-
What is D-Alpha-Tocopherol used for?
The antioxidant properties of vitamin E can help to prevent damage to skin caused by free radicals from UV exposure. Vitamin E may also have an anti-inflammatory effect on the skin. Due to its higher stability, ATA is also used in vitamin E dietary supplements.
How D-Alpha-Tocopherol is classified
Antioxidants, Vitamins
Recommendations for using D-Alpha-Tocopherol during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
D-Alpha-Tocopherol During Pregnancy
What we know about using D-Alpha-Tocopherol while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about D-Alpha-Tocopherol from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find D-Alpha-Tocopherol
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List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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