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Dietary supplement

Bio-Ae-Mulsion Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Biotics Research Corporation

Liquid Category: Vitamin
Most serious interaction: Major
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Major

Bio-Ae-Mulsion is a dietary supplement by Biotics Research Corporation with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for eye and vision health, skin health and acne, immune support.Based on those ingredients, 387 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Vitamin A. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Bio-Ae-Mulsion by Biotics Research Corporation

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

Bio-Ae-Mulsion is a liquid formula with one active ingredient: vitamin A. The product also contains inactive ingredients—water, gum arabic emulsifier, and D-alpha-tocopherol (a form of vitamin E)—that help deliver and stabilize the vitamin A.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Strong

Clinical evidence supports at least one of this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Vitamin A supplementation.
  • We looked for evidence on: Vitamin A deficiency, Night vision, Acne, Aging skin, Atopic dermatitis (eczema), Psoriasis — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Vitamin A is rated "Effective" for Vitamin A deficiency (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Vitamin A is rated "Possibly Effective" for Aging skin, Measles, Night vision.
  • Also on file: Vitamin A is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Acne, Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), Atopic dermatitis (eczema).

Vitamin A is effective for preventing and treating vitamin A deficiency. The evidence is less established for other uses in our data: it's rated possibly effective for oral leukoplakia (a precancerous mouth condition), aging skin, measles, ulcerative colitis, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia (a lung condition in premature infants).

If you're considering it for one of those purposes, talk with your doctor about what the research supports and whether this product is right for you.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Vitamin A

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Vitamin A is generally well tolerated at recommended doses. High doses, though, can be toxic because vitamin A builds up in your body over time.

At very high doses, serious but rare effects include liver damage, headache, and a dangerous spike in pressure inside the skull. Chronic overuse can cause dry, cracked skin, hair loss, and other symptoms of vitamin A toxicity.

In young children, toxicity symptoms can appear at lower doses than in adults. Pregnancy and lactation safety is mixed in the data we hold: recommended amounts are appropriate, but high doses—especially as retinol—are associated with birth defects and should be avoided during pregnancy.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Vitamin A

Meds to double-check

Major interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Major identified

At least one ingredient has a documented Major-severity interaction. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Vitamin A.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Major.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 388 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking Bio-Ae-Mulsion, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take retinoid medications for skin or cancer (Major interaction risk), warfarin or other blood thinners, medications that can damage the liver, or tetracycline antibiotics (Moderate interaction risk for all three). No interactions are documented for the inactive ingredients we could check.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product works for vitamin A deficiency and may help with a few other conditions, though the evidence is limited. If you take retinoid medications, blood thinners, certain antibiotics, or drugs that affect your liver, you need to check with your doctor or pharmacist first.

Stick to recommended doses and avoid high-dose vitamin A unless a clinician directs you to take it.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 25, 2013.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Bio-Ae-Mulsion, straight from the product label.

Brand Biotics Research Corporation
Net contents 1 fl. Oz.
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 25, 2013
DSLD ID 21587
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Bio-Ae-Mulsion by Biotics Research Corporation, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Drop(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Drop(s)
IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin A2000 IU40%

Other ingredients: Water and gum arabic emulsifier base, D-Alpha-Tocopherol

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Label statements
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Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Sealed with a tamper evident seal for your protection.

Excessive consumption of vitamin A has been shown to cause serious health problems.

Caution: Not recommended for pregnant women.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry area.

General

Rev. 9/09

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

(Emulsified Vitamin A)

WARNING: For adult use only.

General Statements

Lot Number: 34908A Exp. Date: DEC 11

Vitamin A oil has been dispersed into microscopic particles to aid absorption and assimilation.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

RECOMMENDATION: One (1) drop each day as a dietary supplement or as otherwise recommended by a healthcare professional.

Use only as recommended unless otherwise directed by a healthcare professional.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Bio-Ae-Mulsion(R) is an oil-in-water emulsion.

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Bio-Ae-Mulsion by Biotics Research Corporation label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Bio-Ae-Mulsion by Biotics Research Corporation

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Amounts shown are per serving.

Vitamin A

Interacts with
387 drugs
2000 IU per serving Form: Vitamin A Palmitate

Vitamin A is an essential nutrient important for vision, skin, immune function, and growth. Most people get enough from a balanced diet, and supplemen...

Vitamin A monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Water and gum arabic emulsifier base, D-Alpha-Tocopherol. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Bio-Ae-Mulsion by Biotics Research Corporation Drug Interactions

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387Drugs
9 Major 378 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Vitamin A 387

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Bio-Ae-Mulsion with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Vitamin A4 drug types · 387 drugs

Retinoids

Concomitant use of retinoids with vitamin A supplements might produce supratherapeutic vitamin A levels.
Retinoids, which are vitamin A derivatives, could have additive toxic effects when taken with vitamin A supplements.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Hepatotoxic Drugs

Theoretically, taking high doses of vitamin A in combination with other potentially hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver disease.
The tolerable upper intake level (UL) is the highest level of intake that is likely to pose no risk of adverse effects. Doses of vitamin A above the UL can cause hepatotoxicity, ranging from elevated liver enzymes to liver failure.

Likelihood Possible Evidence C
Tetracycline Antibiotics

Theoretically, taking tetracycline antibiotics with high doses of vitamin A can increase the risk of pseudotumor cerebri.
Benign intracranial hypertension (pseudotumor cerebri) can occur with tetracyclines and with acute or chronic vitamin A toxicity. Case reports suggest that taking tetracyclines and vitamin A concurrently can increase the risk of this condition. Avoid high doses of vitamin A in people taking tetracyclines chronically.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Theoretically, high doses of vitamin A could increase the risk of bleeding with warfarin.
Vitamin A toxicity is associated with hemorrhage and hypoprothrombinemia, possibly due to vitamin K antagonism. Advise patients taking warfarin to avoid doses of vitamin A above the tolerable upper intake level of 10,000 IU/day for adults.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Bio-Ae-Mulsion, from the product label.

Biotics Research Corporation

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Name
BIOTICS RESEARCH CORP.
City
Rosenberg
State
Texas
Phone Number
(281) 344-0909
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Bio-Ae-Mulsion by Biotics Research Corporation: Common Questions

Does Bio-Ae-Mulsion by Biotics Research Corporation interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Bio-Ae-Mulsion has a known interaction with 387 medications, including 9 rated major. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Bio-Ae-Mulsion contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Is vitamin A safe to take while I'm pregnant or nursing?
Recommended amounts are fine, but high doses—especially in the retinol form—are linked to birth defects and should be avoided during pregnancy. The data we hold is mixed on breastfeeding safety. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what dose is right for you.
What are the signs that I'm taking too much vitamin A?
Early signs of overuse include fatigue, dry or cracked skin, hair loss, and skin rashes. In very high doses, you might feel headache, dizziness, or blurred vision. If you think you've taken too much, stop and call your doctor or pharmacist right away.
Can vitamin A actually prevent measles or help treat ulcerative colitis?
The evidence suggests it may help with both, but it's not proven conclusively—we rate it as possibly effective for each. If you're interested in using it for either condition, talk with your doctor about whether it makes sense for your situation.
Is this safe for young children?
Vitamin A toxicity is more common in young children at lower doses than in adults. If you're thinking about giving this to a child, talk with your pediatrician or pharmacist about the right dose first.
Why can't I take vitamin A with my retinoid cream or acne medication?
Retinoids are vitamin A derivatives, so taking them together with a vitamin A supplement can push your vitamin A level into the toxic range. Your body can't handle that much, and serious side effects can follow.

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Sources & How We Checked

Bio-Ae-Mulsion's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

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The 31 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Vitamin A 31 references
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  8. Feskanich D, Singh V, Willett WC, Colditz GA. Vitamin A intake and hip fractures among postmenopausal women. JAMA 2002;287:47-54. PubMed
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  17. Smedts HP, de Vries JH, Rakhshandehroo M, et al. High maternal vitamin E intake by diet or supplements is associated with congenital heart defects in the offspring. BJOG 2009;116:416-23. PubMed
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See these in context on the Vitamin A monograph →

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