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Vitamin A 25000 IU Softgel Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Micro Ingredients

Softgel Capsule Category: Vitamin
Most serious interaction: Major
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Major

Vitamin A 25000 IU Softgel is a dietary supplement by Micro Ingredients with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for eye and vision health, skin health and acne, immune support.Based on those ingredients, 389 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 Vitamin A 25000 IU Softgel by Micro Ingredients

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.

This softgel contains one active ingredient: vitamin A at 25,000 IU per dose. Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that your body stores in fatty tissue and the liver; it plays a role in vision, immune function, skin health, and cell growth.

The softgel itself is made from vegetarian capsule material.

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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Vitamin A's overall clinical evidence instead.

Strong

Strong clinical evidence supports Vitamin A for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Vitamin A deficiency — rated "Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Aging skin — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Ulcerative colitis — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Measles — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Vitamin A is effective for treating vitamin A deficiency. The evidence shows it's 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 this supplement for one of these other uses, talk with your doctor about whether the evidence supports it for your specific situation.

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, but this product delivers 25,000 IU — well above the safe upper limit of 10,000 IU daily for adults — so toxicity is a real concern. High doses build up in your body over time and can cause liver damage, headache, dizziness, blurred vision, dry and peeling skin, hair loss, and in severe cases, brain swelling and coma.

In children, doses around 25,000 IU per kilogram of body weight can trigger serious symptoms. Regarding pregnancy: the safety data shows conflicting ratings — vitamin A is listed as both "Likely Safe" and "Possibly Unsafe" in pregnancy.

Because high doses (especially as retinol) are known to cause birth defects, pregnant people should not take high-dose vitamin A supplements without explicit direction from their doctor. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

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: 390 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 this supplement, double-check with your pharmacist if you take retinoids (acne or anti-aging medications), blood thinners like warfarin, tetracycline antibiotics, or any drugs known to affect the liver. The Major interaction with retinoids and Moderate interactions with the others mean your medications could become less effective or their side effects could worsen.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This supplement is appropriate if you have a vitamin A deficiency and your doctor recommends supplementation at this dose. However, the 25,000 IU dose is substantially higher than the safe daily maximum, so it's not intended for routine use or long-term supplementation without medical supervision.

If you take any prescription medications — especially retinoids, blood thinners, tetracycline antibiotics, or liver-stressing drugs — check with your pharmacist before starting. Pregnant or breastfeeding people should discuss this with their healthcare provider first.

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 Nov 19, 2021.

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 Vitamin A 25000 IU Softgel, straight from the product label.

Brand Micro Ingredients
Barcode (UPC) X002IDJ4XR
Net contents 500 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 19, 2021
DSLD ID 256810
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Vitamin A 25000 IU Softgel by Micro Ingredients, 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 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
UPC/BARCODE
X002IDJ4XR
IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin A25000 IU500%

Other ingredients: Vegetarian Softgel

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Label statements
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Formulation

No soy No gluten No GMOs

Free Of: Soy,dairy, yeast, gluten, corn.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take 1 softgel daily. For best results, please consult your physician.

Precautions

Keep out of the reach of children.

If pregnant/lactating or taking any medications, please consult your physician prior to use.

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Vitamin A 25000 IU Softgel by Micro Ingredients label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Vitamin A 25000 IU Softgel by Micro Ingredients

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

Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Amounts shown are per serving.

Vitamin A

Interacts with
389 drugs
25000 IU per serving Form: Retinyl 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: Vegetarian Softgel. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Vitamin A 25000 IU Softgel by Micro Ingredients Drug Interactions

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389Drugs
9 Major 380 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Vitamin A 389

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Vitamin A 25000 IU Softgel 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 · 389 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 Vitamin A 25000 IU Softgel, from the product label.

Micro Ingredients

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Name
Micro Ingredients
Street Address
21660 Copley Dr.
City
Diamond Bar
State
CA
ZipCode
91765
Phone Number
1-844-836-8200
Web Address
www.microingredients.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Vitamin A 25000 IU Softgel by Micro Ingredients: Common Questions

Does Vitamin A 25000 IU Softgel by Micro Ingredients interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Vitamin A 25000 IU Softgel has a known interaction with 389 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?
Vitamin A 25000 IU Softgel 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.
What is vitamin A used for?
Vitamin A is essential for vision, immune function, skin health, and cell growth. This supplement is effective for treating vitamin A deficiency and is possibly effective for oral leukoplakia, aging skin, measles, ulcerative colitis, and a lung condition called bronchopulmonary dysplasia. If you're using it for something other than deficiency, ask your doctor whether the evidence supports it for your situation.
Is 25,000 IU a safe daily dose?
No. The safe upper limit for daily vitamin A intake in adults is 10,000 IU. This product delivers 2.5 times that amount, so it's intended for short-term correction of deficiency under medical supervision, not routine daily use. Taking high doses long-term can cause liver damage, skin problems, hair loss, and serious side effects.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
The safety data for vitamin A in pregnancy is mixed — it's labeled both "Likely Safe" and "Possibly Unsafe." Because high-dose vitamin A (especially as retinol) is known to cause birth defects, you should not take this supplement during pregnancy without explicit direction from your doctor. Talk with your healthcare provider before starting.
What are the side effects of too much vitamin A?
At recommended doses, vitamin A is generally well tolerated. At high doses, it can cause headache, dizziness, blurred vision, fatigue, dry and peeling skin, hair loss, brittle nails, and in severe cases, liver damage and brain swelling. Young children are more vulnerable to these effects from a single large dose.
Does this interact with my medications?
This product interacts with several medication types, most seriously with retinoids (acne and anti-aging drugs) — combining them can cause dangerously high vitamin A levels. It also interacts with blood thinners, tetracycline antibiotics, and drugs that stress the liver. Use the search tool on this page to check your specific medications, or ask your pharmacist.
Why is the dose on this product so high?
The 25,000 IU dose is meant for short-term correction of documented vitamin A deficiency under medical guidance, not for routine daily supplementation. If you're considering taking this, your doctor should have recommended this specific dose for your situation.

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The Full Monographs Behind Vitamin A 25000 IU Softgel’s Ingredients

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Sources & How We Checked

Vitamin A 25000 IU Softgel'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.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

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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