Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Questionable
Based on 4 Researches
6.1
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.5
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Softgel
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Vitamin A (from fish [liver] oil, retinyl palmitate)
3,000 mcg
333%
Top Medical Research Studies
0
We conducted a study to evaluate if vitamin A could improve outcomes for children hospitalized with measles in a high-income country. We followed 108 children at a hospital in Southern Italy, comparing those who received vitamin A to a control group. Unfortunately, we found no meaningful differences in fever duration, hospitalization length, or complication rates between the two groups. Ultimately, our results suggest that vitamin A supplementation does not alter the course of measles in these cases.
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9.5
We explored how Nepal tackled a measles outbreak amidst the COVID-19 crisis by implementing a targeted vaccination campaign. From over 220 confirmed measles cases, a robust outbreak response was needed. The National Immunization Program coordinated measles immunization and provided vitamin A to affected populations, achieving a remarkable 97% vaccination coverage.
After the campaign, measles incidence plummeted by 98%. This response highlighted the critical role of careful planning, data-driven decision-making, and collaboration with international partners, which allowed for successful vaccination without jeopardizing ongoing health initiatives.
After the campaign, measles incidence plummeted by 98%. This response highlighted the critical role of careful planning, data-driven decision-making, and collaboration with international partners, which allowed for successful vaccination without jeopardizing ongoing health initiatives.
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8
We assessed the effects of vitamin A supplementation on reducing illness and death in children aged six months to five years. Analyzing data from 47 studies involving over 1.2 million children, we found that while vitamin A significantly reduced overall mortality and incidents of diarrhoea, it did not show a notable impact on measles mortality.
There was a moderate reduction in measles incidence, but we need to note that the evidence regarding death from measles was inconclusive. Overall, vitamin A supplementation remains a valuable tool for improving child health, but its effect specifically on measles is unclear.
There was a moderate reduction in measles incidence, but we need to note that the evidence regarding death from measles was inconclusive. Overall, vitamin A supplementation remains a valuable tool for improving child health, but its effect specifically on measles is unclear.
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Most Useful Reviews
9
Effective remedy
Wonderful! An excellent remedy for measles. It significantly helped the children, as they took it in proper dosage.
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9
Good results
Taking vitamin A actively for measles yielded good results. Thank you, iHerb, for the excellent quality.
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7.5
Boosted immunity
Now, there is a high incidence of measles, and doctors strongly recommend administering vitamin A in appropriate doses based on the child's weight. Vitamin A effectively boosts immunity and helps combat the illness.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Questionable
Based on 4 Researches
6.1
- All Researches
9.5
We explored how Nepal tackled a measles outbreak amidst the COVID-19 crisis by implementing a targeted vaccination campaign. From over 220 confirmed measles cases, a robust outbreak response was needed. The National Immunization Program coordinated measles immunization and provided vitamin A to affected populations, achieving a remarkable 97% vaccination coverage.
After the campaign, measles incidence plummeted by 98%. This response highlighted the critical role of careful planning, data-driven decision-making, and collaboration with international partners, which allowed for successful vaccination without jeopardizing ongoing health initiatives.
After the campaign, measles incidence plummeted by 98%. This response highlighted the critical role of careful planning, data-driven decision-making, and collaboration with international partners, which allowed for successful vaccination without jeopardizing ongoing health initiatives.
Read More
8
We assessed the effects of vitamin A supplementation on reducing illness and death in children aged six months to five years. Analyzing data from 47 studies involving over 1.2 million children, we found that while vitamin A significantly reduced overall mortality and incidents of diarrhoea, it did not show a notable impact on measles mortality.
There was a moderate reduction in measles incidence, but we need to note that the evidence regarding death from measles was inconclusive. Overall, vitamin A supplementation remains a valuable tool for improving child health, but its effect specifically on measles is unclear.
There was a moderate reduction in measles incidence, but we need to note that the evidence regarding death from measles was inconclusive. Overall, vitamin A supplementation remains a valuable tool for improving child health, but its effect specifically on measles is unclear.
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7
Vitamin A supplementation cost-effectiveness questioned
We explored the effectiveness of Vitamin A supplementation (VAS) in reducing measles-related mortality among children in Nigeria, Kenya, and Burkina Faso. Using a detailed simulation model, we calculated the costs and health benefits of increasing VAS coverage from 2019 to 2023.
While our results showed some reduction in disability-adjusted life years (DALYs), the cost-effectiveness ratios ranged widely—ranging from $220 to $860 per DALY averted. Ultimately, it appears VAS may not be as cost-effective as previously thought, prompting experts to recommend alternative interventions like improved food fortification and vaccination coverage.
While our results showed some reduction in disability-adjusted life years (DALYs), the cost-effectiveness ratios ranged widely—ranging from $220 to $860 per DALY averted. Ultimately, it appears VAS may not be as cost-effective as previously thought, prompting experts to recommend alternative interventions like improved food fortification and vaccination coverage.
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0
We conducted a study to evaluate if vitamin A could improve outcomes for children hospitalized with measles in a high-income country. We followed 108 children at a hospital in Southern Italy, comparing those who received vitamin A to a control group. Unfortunately, we found no meaningful differences in fever duration, hospitalization length, or complication rates between the two groups. Ultimately, our results suggest that vitamin A supplementation does not alter the course of measles in these cases.
Read More
User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.5
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
Effective remedy
Wonderful! An excellent remedy for measles. It significantly helped the children, as they took it in proper dosage.
Read More
9
Good results
Taking vitamin A actively for measles yielded good results. Thank you, iHerb, for the excellent quality.
Read More
7.5
Boosted immunity
Now, there is a high incidence of measles, and doctors strongly recommend administering vitamin A in appropriate doses based on the child's weight. Vitamin A effectively boosts immunity and helps combat the illness.
Read More
Frequently Asked Questions
9
Effective remedy
Wonderful! An excellent remedy for measles. It significantly helped the children, as they took it in proper dosage.
9
Good results
Taking vitamin A actively for measles yielded good results. Thank you, iHerb, for the excellent quality.
7.5
Boosted immunity
Now, there is a high incidence of measles, and doctors strongly recommend administering vitamin A in appropriate doses based on the child's weight. Vitamin A effectively boosts immunity and helps combat the illness.
8
We assessed the effects of vitamin A supplementation on reducing illness and death in children aged six months to five years. Analyzing data from 47 studies involving over 1.2 million children, we found that while vitamin A significantly reduced overall mortality and incidents of diarrhoea, it did not show a notable impact on measles mortality.
There was a moderate reduction in measles incidence, but we need to note that the evidence regarding death from measles was inconclusive. Overall, vitamin A supplementation remains a valuable tool for improving child health, but its effect specifically on measles is unclear.
There was a moderate reduction in measles incidence, but we need to note that the evidence regarding death from measles was inconclusive. Overall, vitamin A supplementation remains a valuable tool for improving child health, but its effect specifically on measles is unclear.
0
We conducted a study to evaluate if vitamin A could improve outcomes for children hospitalized with measles in a high-income country. We followed 108 children at a hospital in Southern Italy, comparing those who received vitamin A to a control group. Unfortunately, we found no meaningful differences in fever duration, hospitalization length, or complication rates between the two groups. Ultimately, our results suggest that vitamin A supplementation does not alter the course of measles in these cases.
9.5
We explored how Nepal tackled a measles outbreak amidst the COVID-19 crisis by implementing a targeted vaccination campaign. From over 220 confirmed measles cases, a robust outbreak response was needed. The National Immunization Program coordinated measles immunization and provided vitamin A to affected populations, achieving a remarkable 97% vaccination coverage.
After the campaign, measles incidence plummeted by 98%. This response highlighted the critical role of careful planning, data-driven decision-making, and collaboration with international partners, which allowed for successful vaccination without jeopardizing ongoing health initiatives.
After the campaign, measles incidence plummeted by 98%. This response highlighted the critical role of careful planning, data-driven decision-making, and collaboration with international partners, which allowed for successful vaccination without jeopardizing ongoing health initiatives.
References
- Kannan A, Tsoi D, Xie Y, Horst C, Collins J, et al. Cost-effectiveness of Vitamin A supplementation among children in three sub-Saharan African countries: An individual-based simulation model using estimates from Global Burden of Disease 2019. PLoS One. 2022;17:e0266495. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0266495
- Bose AS, Rai P, Gupta BP, Pradhan R, Lacoul M, et al. Nepal measles outbreak response immunization during COVID-19: A risk-based intervention strategy. Vaccine. 2022;40:2884. doi:10.1016/j.vaccine.2022.02.057
- Imdad A, Mayo-Wilson E, Haykal MR, Regan A, Sidhu J, et al. Vitamin A supplementation for preventing morbidity and mortality in children from six months to five years of age. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2022;3:CD008524. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD008524.pub4
- Lo Vecchio A, Cambriglia MD, Bruzzese D, Guarino A. Vitamin A in Children Hospitalized for Measles in a High-income Country. Pediatr Infect Dis J. 2021;40:723. doi:10.1097/INF.0000000000003156
