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vitamins/suppliments
vitamins/suppliments for the ptcb
| drug | scientific name | function |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | Retinol/retinals | vision, skeletal growth, mucous membranes regulation of the oral cavity and eyes |
| Vitamin D | Calciferol | bone and teeth formation, assisting absorption of calcium and phosphorus |
| Vitamin E | Tocopherols | antioxidant properties |
| Vitamin K | Phytomenadione | blood clotting |
| Fat soluable Vitamins | Vitamins A D E and K | takes a long time to eliminate from body |
| Water Soluable vitamins | Vitamins C and B | expells through urine |
| Vitamin C | Ascorbic Acid | wound healing, immune system function, collagen synthesis |
| Vitamin B1 | Thiamine | normal appatite, nervous system function |
| Vitamin B2 | Riboflavin | vision/healthy skin |
| Vitamin B3 | Niacin | digestion, appatite, healthy skin |
| Vitamin B5 | Pantothenic Acid | hormone formation and nutrient metabolism |
| Vitamin B6 | Pyridoxine | forms red blood cells |
| Vitamin B7 | Biotin | metabolise proteins and carbs |
| Vitamin B9 | Folic Acid | forms red blood cells Prevent neural tube defects in pregnancy |
| Vitamin B12 | Cobalmins | promotes red blood cells production energy metabolism Collagen synthesis |
| Aloe Vera | Aloe Vera Doesnt have Generic/brand | burns, dry skin |
| Bilberry | Bilberry Doesnt have Generic/brand | ocular disorders, bowel disturbances |
| Black cohosh | black cohosh Doesnt have Generic/brand | premenopausal symptoms |
| chondroitin | chondroitin Doesnt have Generic/brand | bone disorders, arthritic bones |
| cranberry | cranberry Doesnt have Generic/brand | urinary health, reduce infections |
| echinacea | echinacea Doesnt have Generic/brand | reduce cold symptoms |
| evening primrose | evening primrose Doesnt have Generic/brand | premenstrual symptoms |
| fish oil | fish oil Doesnt have Generic/brand | cholesterol, blood pressure |
| garlic | garlic Doesnt have Generic/brand | blood pressure, heart health |
| gingko biloba | gingko biloba Doesnt have Generic/brand | memory, cognitive ability |
| gingeng | gingeng Doesnt have Generic/brand | fatigue, memory, menopause symptoms |
| glucosamine | glucosamine Doesnt have Generic/brand | osteoarthritis, bone disorders |
| grape seed | grape seed Doesnt have Generic/brand | allergies |
| green tea | green tea Doesnt have Generic/brand | metabolic syndromes |
| kava kava | kava kava Doesnt have Generic/brand | stress, tiredness anxiety |
| milk thistle | milk thistle Doesnt have Generic/brand | liver disease |
| melatonin | melatonin Doesnt have Generic/brand | jet lag, insomnia |
| St. Johns wort | St. Johns wort Doesnt have Generic/brand | depression |
| saw palmetto | saw palmetto Doesnt have Generic/brand | prostate disorders |
| soy | soy Doesnt have Generic/brand | menopausal symptoms |
| valerian root | valerian root Doesnt have Generic/brand | anxiety |