• Beta-carotene is a pro- vitamin, which is converted in the body to vitamin A, which is necessary for healthy eyes and skin.
• A lack of vitamin A may cause a rare condition called night blindness (problems seeing in the dark). It may also cause dry eyes, eye infections, skin problems, and slowed growth.

• Beta-carotene is a powerful anti-oxidant and prevents the body cells from oxidative damage by free radicals and help build a strong immune system.
• The antioxidant long linked to healthy vision, is now believed to benefit heart health, boost immunity and lower risk of diabetes.
• Beta-carotene along with Vitamin C and E is found to protect skin from harmful radiations of sun preventing from sunburn.
•  High intakes of beta-carotene and vitamin C have been found to increase the lung capacity, relieve respiratory problems, and protect you from breathing disorders such as asthma and bronchitis.

•  Yellowing of palms, hands, or soles of feet, and to a lesser extent the face (this may be a sign that your dose of beta-carotene as a nutritional supplement is too high)
•  Rare
•  Diarrhea
•  dizziness
•  joint pain
•  unusual bleeding or bruising

The advantage of dietary beta-carotene is that the body only converts as much as it needs. Excess Vitamin A can be toxic and harmful. Toxic levels can occur if you consume high doses of supplements without doctor’s consent.

Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant that may help protect cells from damage. Hence, it is used for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, cancer, and many other conditions.

Used to treat prostate cancer, leukoplakia, asthma and heart disease.

Discoloration of the skin - Lycopenemia

•  Avoid if pregnant
•  It might increase the risk of bleeding during and after surgery. Stop using lycopene supplements at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
•  Those taking medication for low blood pressure should not take lycopene.

The primary ingredient of L-Arginine is L-arginine, which is an amino acid present in the body. L-arginine plays an important role in many vital functions in the human body. 

 

L-arginine is a nonessential amino acid that may play an important role in the treatment of heart disease due to its block arterial plaque buildup, blood clots, platelet clumping, and to increase blood flow through the coronary artery. L- arginine is commonly sold as a health supplement claiming to improve vascular health and treat erectile dysfunction in men. L-arginine, which is promoted as a human growth stimulant, has also been used in bodybuilding

•  Abdominal pain
•  Difficulty in breathing
•  Allergic skin reaction
•  Low blood pressure
•  Low blood sugar levels
•  Diarrhea
•  Worsening of asthma
•  Bloating
•  Gout

• This supplement should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. 
• Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is necessary while receiving this supplement.
• This supplement is not recommended for use in patients who have recently undergone a surgery or are scheduled to undergo surgery in the near future due to the increased risk of alterations in the blood pressure levels. It is advised that you stop the use of this supplement at least 2 weeks prior to a scheduled surgery.
• This supplement is not recommended for use in patients suffering from a herpes infection due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.

Coenzyme Q10 is most commonly used for conditions that affect the heart such as heart failure and fluid build up in the body, chest pain, and high blood pressure. It is also used for preventing migraine headache, Parkinson disease, and many other conditions.

Coenzyme Q10 is a vitamin-like substance found throughout the body, but especially in the heart, liver, kidney, and pancreas.

Major &Minor side effects of Coenzyme Q10

• Stomach upset
• Nausea
• Loss of appetite
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Allergic skin rashes
• Low blood pressure

This medicine is safe when taken by mouth appropriately during pregnancy.

This medicine is safe to be taken by children under medical supervision.

People undergoing chemotherapy with a class of drugs called alkylating agents should use coenzyme Q10 with caution.

Coenzyme Q10 might lower blood pressure.

Cigarette smoking depletes the amount of coenzyme Q10 stored by the body.

Coenzyme Q10 might interfere with blood pressure control during and after surgery.