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I've been taking 5000 iu of vit a (retinyl palmitate) daily for 3 months. could i have vit a toxicity? joint pain last few days. freaking out!
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Yes: Excessive Vit A may lead to toxicity daily requirements for adult is about 900 M gms per day speak to your doctor If you are thirsty you drink enough to quench your thirst , but you don't drown , same scenario , you need just enough but excess
Answered 3/18/2015
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