RE: Need some help - Vitamins A,K,D,

[Guest guest]

Hi Lori;

This article covers the vitamin deficiencies (A, D, E, and K) found in PBC and PSC, with guidelines for therapy:

http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/internet/digestive-health/nutritionarticles/april2006.pdf

Best regards,

Dave

(father of (23); PSC 07/03; UC 08/03)

[Guest guest]

I take Shaklee Vitalizer+iron. The product label states (http://www.shaklee.net/pws/library/products/20247_label.pdf):

A - 5000 IU (100% MDR)

D - 600 IU (150% MDR)

E - 200 IU (~700% MDR)

K - 80 mcg (100% MDR)

I did a fair amount of research before taking this. Although the % of MDR is high for some vitamins, it's a LONG way from toxic levels. For example, this study (http://www.emedicine.com/Med/topic2384.htm) showed a possible increase in mortality (of the study participants) at dosages above 400 IU/d. There are contraindications (as in use of anticoagulants), so make sure you consult with the physician.

Arne

57 - UC 1977 - PSC 2000

Alive and well in Minnesota

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From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Lori

Can anyone share with me the amount of vitamins you are talking or recommended by your doctors. I remember reading a previous email regarding vitamins for PSC. It stated that psc patients are low in...... A,K,D, and one other one? Please help if you can. Thanks in advance.

Lori A.