Vitamin a 2000 + d3 400 hasco

Package leaflet: information for the patient

VITAMINUM A 2000 + D 400 HASCO
2000 IU + 400 IU, soft capsules
Retinoli palmitas + Cholecalciferolum
Please read the entire leaflet carefully before using the medicine, as it contains
important information for the patient.
This medicine should always be used exactly as described in the patient leaflet or as directed by a
physician, pharmacist, or nurse.

• Keep this leaflet for future reference.
• If you need advice or further information, consult your pharmacist.
• If you experience any adverse reactions, including any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet, inform your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. See section 4.
• If there is no improvement or if you feel worse, contact your doctor.

Table of contents

1. What Vitaminum A 2000 + D 400 HASCO is and what it is used for
2. Important information before taking Vitaminum A 2000 + D 400 HASCO
3. How to take Vitaminum A 2000 + D 400 HASCO
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Vitaminum A 2000 + D 400 HASCO
6. Contents of the package and other information

1. What Vitaminum A 2000 + D 400 HASCO is and what it is used for

Vitamin A plays an essential role in the visual process (ensuring proper functioning of the retina) and is necessary for the growth, regeneration, differentiation, and function of skin and mucous membrane epithelium. It participates in bone mineralization and bone structure formation, as well as in reproductive processes and fetal embryonic development.
Vitamin D is a bioregulator of calcium and phosphorus metabolism in the body, responsible for maintaining the balance between these two elements—the main structural components of bone tissue. Natural food products contain only small amounts of this vitamin (mainly in the form of provitamin), and even in a well-balanced diet, its content is low. Vitamin D deficiency leads to osteomalacia (softening of the bones) in adults and osteoporosis (bone demineralization, porosity, and fragility of the skeletal system) in the elderly.
This medicine is used for the prevention of vitamin A and D deficiencies. Such prophylaxis is indicated in individuals with limited sun exposure.

2. Important information before using Vitaminum A 2000 + D3 400 Hasco

When not to use Vitaminum A 2000 + D3 400 Hasco:

• if the patient is allergic to the active substances (vitamin A or vitamin D) or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6);
• in case of vitamin A or D overdose (so-called hypervitaminosis A or D);
• if the patient is allergic to peanuts or soya, because the medicine contains peanut oil;
• if the patient has excessive calcium levels in the blood (so-called hypercalcaemia);
• if the patient has excessive calcium excretion in the urine;
• if the patient has kidney stones;
• when taking other medicines containing vitamin A and D;
• in immobilized patients.

Warnings and precautions
Before starting treatment with Vitaminum A 2000 + D3 400 Hasco, discuss it with your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.
Do not administer this medicine in high doses in liver diseases (e.g. liver cirrhosis, viral hepatitis).
Absorption of the components of this medicine (i.e. vitamins A and D) is reduced in fat malabsorption disorders and with low protein intake.

Vitaminum A 2000 + D3 400 Hasco and other medicines
Inform your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines the patient is currently taking or has recently taken, as well as any medicines planned for future use.
Absorption of vitamin A from the gastrointestinal tract is reduced in the presence of neomycin, cholestyramine, or liquid paraffin. Thiazide diuretics may increase the risk of hypercalcaemia. Antiepileptic drugs, rifampicin, and cholestyramine may reduce the effect of vitamin D. Use with caution together with cardiac glycosides, laxatives, or sucralfate.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding, suspects she may be pregnant, or is planning to become pregnant, she should consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.

Pregnancy
During pregnancy and treatment, excessive intake of foods rich in vitamin A (e.g. liver) should be avoided, as this may lead to vitamin overdose, which may be harmful to the fetus.

Breastfeeding
During breastfeeding, this medicine should be used strictly according to the doctor's instructions, as higher doses may cause symptoms of overdose in the infant.

Driving and operating machinery
Vitaminum A 2000 + D3 400 Hasco has no influence on the ability to drive vehicles or operate machinery.

Vitaminum A 2000 + D3 400 Hasco contains peanut oil and cochineal red
If the patient is allergic to peanuts or soya, this medicine should not be used.
Due to the presence of cochineal red (an azo dye), this medicine may cause allergic reactions.

3. How to use Vitaminum A 2000 + D3 400 Hasco

This medicine should always be used exactly as described in the patient leaflet, or as directed by a doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. If in doubt, consult a doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.
The medicine is taken orally.
The recommended prophylactic dose is 1 to 2 capsules per day.
Taking more than the recommended dose of Vitaminum A 2000 + D3 400 Hasco
If more than the recommended dose has been taken, consult a doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Dosing not in accordance with the recommendations provided in the package leaflet may lead to symptoms of vitamin A or D overdose, such as fatigue, irritability, gastrointestinal disturbances (vomiting, loss of appetite, nausea, diarrhea), skin changes, anemia, headache, disturbances in calcium metabolism, bone and joint pain, and polyuria.
If any of the above symptoms occur, discontinue use of this medicine.
Missing a dose of Vitaminum A 2000 + D3 400 Hasco
Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
If you have any further doubts regarding the use of this medicine, consult your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.

4. Possible adverse reactions

Like all medicines, this product may cause adverse reactions, although not everybody will experience them.
Vitamins A and D, when used at the recommended dosage, are generally well tolerated.
Reporting of adverse reactions
If any adverse effects occur, including any adverse effects not listed in this leaflet, inform your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. Adverse reactions can be reported directly to the Department of Monitoring Adverse Drug Reactions of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices and Biocidal Products:
Aleje Jerozolimskie 181C, 02-222 Warsaw, tel.: 22 49 21 301, fax: 22 49 21 309
Website: https://smz.ezdrowie.gov.pl
Adverse reactions can also be reported to the marketing authorization holder.
Reporting adverse reactions helps provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. How to store Vitaminum A 2000 + D3 400 Hasco

Store below 25°C. Keep in the original packaging.
Keep the medicine out of sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the packaging. The expiry date refers to the last day of the stated month.
Medicines must not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist what to do with medicines no longer required. This will help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the packaging and other information

What Vitaminum A 2000 + D3 400 HASCO contains

• The active substances of the medicine are vitamin A and vitamin D. 1 soft capsule contains: vitamin A (Retinoli palmitas) 2,000 IU, vitamin D (Cholecalciferolum) 400 IU.
• Other components of the medicine are: all-rac-α-tocopherol, purified peanut oil, gelatin, glycerol, quinoline yellow (E 104), carmine red (E 124).

What Vitaminum A 2000 + D3 400 HASCO looks like and contents of the packaging
The medicine is in the form of oval, light orange-colored soft capsules with a smooth, glossy surface.
One package contains 50 soft capsules.
Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer
"PRZEDSIĘBIORSTWO PRODUKCJI FARMACEUTYCZNEJ HASCO-LEK" S.A.
51-131 Wrocław, ul. Żmigrodzka 242 E
Product Information
tel.: 22 742 00 22
e-mail: [email protected]