U.S. doctors online nowAsk doctors free
Gardena, CA
A 32-year-old female asked:

Prenatal vitamins seem to have 30-100 iu of vitamin e but i thought vitamin e wasn't safe in excess mounts during pregnancy. how much is too much?

1 doctor answer1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Oscar Novick
Pediatrics 60 years experience
Vitamin E: The requirement for vitamin e fora pregnant woman is25-30 mg per day. High doses of vitamin e would be 400 mg per day.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Last updated May 9, 2017
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
$44 video appointments with $19/month membership*
*Billed $57 every 3 months. Cancel anytime.

Disclaimer:

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.