Vitamin E is an antioxidant that occurs naturally in foods such as nuts, seeds, and leafy green vegetables. Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin important for many processes in the body.

Vitamin E is used to treat or prevent vitamin E deficiency. People with certain diseases may need extra vitamin E.

Vitamin E may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have ever had:

• anemia (low red blood cells);
• bleeding problems;
• liver or kidney disease;
• any allergies;
• an eye disorder called retinitis pigmentosa;
• a vitamin K deficiency;
• diabetes;
• high cholesterol or triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood);
• cancer;
• a stroke or blood clot; or
• surgery (recent or planned).

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.Your dose needs may be different during pregnancy or while you are nursing.

Use Vita-Plus E Natural (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop taking vitamin E and call your doctor at once if you have:

• headache, dizziness, weakness;
• vision changes;
• diarrhea, stomach cramps; or
• easy bruising or bleeding (nosebleeds, bleeding gums).

Common side effects may include:

• nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain;
• feeling tired;
• headache; or
• rash.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Avoid taking other vitamins, mineral supplements, or nutritional products without your doctor's advice.