Side effects of vitamin overdose

It is important to have the right amount of vitamins in the body. If this is not fulfilled through diet, then doctors recommend taking vitamin medicines, but nowadays it is seen that people are taking them without doctor's advice, those who eat on doctor's advice are also overdosing many times, but do you know that eating too many vitamins can increase their quantity in the body. Increase in vitamins in the body is also dangerous.

In ecomedical language it is called hypervitaminosis. when more than necessary vitamins If you eat then these problems occur.

How are vitamins increased in the body?

Dr. Neeraj Nischal in the Department of Medicine at Delhi AIIMS It is said that the reason for increase of vitamins in the body is overdose of vitamin medicines. For example, if a doctor asks someone to get his vitamins tested and the report shows low levels of vitamins, then he is given medicines. Which has a prescribed dose and time. Their course can be from three months to six months or even less, but some people keep taking vitamins for more than the prescribed time and dosage. Because of this they get hypervitaminosis. In this, the vitamins in the body exceed the prescribed standard.

How dangerous is excess of vitamins?

Dr. Neeraj says that excess of any vitamin is dangerous for the body. For example, if Vitamin A is in excess then it starts affecting even the eyesight. If Vitamin D increases, it increases calcium in the blood and increases the risk of kidney stones and problems like frequent urination. Similarly, if Vitamin E is increased in excess then it causes problem of blood thinning and in severe cases, there is even a risk of stroke.

What kind of symptoms are seen if there is excess of vitamins?

Headache

Vomit

increased heart rate

stomach pain

skin rash or itching

What things should you keep in mind when taking vitamins?

Never take vitamin supplements without a blood test

You have to take the same dose as prescribed by the doctor.

Along with medicines, take care of your diet also

If you notice any serious symptoms, consult a doctor