Solgar Natural Source Vitamin E 268mg (400 IU) Softgels is a food supplement providing 268mg (400 IU) of vitamin E as D-alpha tocopherol, the natural form of the vitamin, in a pack of 250 softgels. Vitamin E contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.

Key Features

• High-strength natural vitamin E: Each softgel provides 268mg (400 IU) of vitamin E as D-alpha tocopherol, the naturally occurring form, equivalent to 2233% of the Nutrient Reference Value.
• Protects cells from oxidative stress: Vitamin E contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress caused by free radicals.
• Large 250-softgel pack: At the labelled dose of one softgel a day, one pack provides around 8 months' supply.
• Free from common allergens: Free from gluten, wheat, dairy, soya and yeast, with no artificial preservatives, sweeteners, flavours or colours.

How much vitamin E do I need, and is this dose safe?

Adults need around 4mg (men) or 3mg (women) of vitamin E a day, which most people get from their diet. NHS guidance says taking 540mg (800 IU) or less a day of vitamin E supplements is unlikely to cause harm. This product's one-softgel daily dose provides 268mg (400 IU), within that limit.

Can I take this if I'm on warfarin or other blood-thinning medication?

NHS guidance advises against taking vitamin E supplements while taking warfarin. If you take any other blood-thinning medication, check with your GP, anticoagulant clinic or pharmacist before taking this product.

Is Solgar Natural Source Vitamin E suitable for vegetarians?

No. The softgel capsule shell is made using gelatin from bovine (cattle) sources, so this product is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.

What does "natural source" vitamin E mean?

This product uses D-alpha tocopherol, the form of vitamin E that occurs naturally, rather than the synthetic form (dl-alpha-tocopherol) used in some other supplements.

• Gluten-Free

Active ingredient: Vitamin E (as D-alpha tocopherol) 268mg (400 IU), equivalent to 2233% of the Nutrient Reference Value (NRV), per softgel.

Other ingredients: Softgel capsule shell (gelatin from bovine, vegetable glycerin from palm kernel oil and coconut oil), bulking agent (safflower oil), antioxidant (mixed tocopherols), vegetable oil.

Additional information: Free from gluten, wheat, dairy, soya, yeast, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavours or colours. Contains gelatin from bovine sources, so this product is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.

As a food supplement for adults, take one softgel daily, preferably with a meal, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Do not exceed the stated dose.

This softgel provides 268mg (400 IU) of vitamin E, within the NHS's stated safe daily limit of 540mg (800 IU) for supplements, so the following precautions apply:

• If you take warfarin, NHS guidance advises against taking vitamin E supplements. If you take any other blood-thinning medication, check with your GP, anticoagulant clinic or pharmacist before use.
• Do not exceed the stated one-softgel daily dose.
• Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.

No side effects are expected when this product is taken as directed. There isn't enough evidence to know the effects of taking vitamin E supplements at doses above the recommended amount, so the stated dose should not be exceeded (see Warnings).