Bariatric Advantage Vitamin A easy-digest mini capsules deliver 3,000 mcg of vitamin A as retinol acetate that is usually recommended for some bariatric patients. Vitamin A deficiency has been found in Adjustable Gastric Band (AGB), Roux-En Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB/RNY) Biliopancreatic Diversion/Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS) patients. ASMBS and Bariatric Clinical Guidelinescall for 3,000 mcg of vitamin A in retinol form per day forBiliopancreatic Diversion/Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS) patients1 Vitamin A is critical for vision; and supports cellular growth. It plays a role in formation and maintenance of major organs (heart, lungs, kidneys). It is necessary for maintaining healthy skin, teeth, skeletal and soft tissue, and mucous membranes.2 * Aills L, et al. ASMBS Allied Health Nutritional Guidelines for the Surgical Weight Loss Patient.Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases, Volume 4, Issue 5, S73-S108. Escott-Stump S. In: Troy DB, editor. Nutrition and Diagnosis-Related Care. Baltimore, MD: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins;2008.

Comes in a small, easy to swallow capsule. Each capsule provides 3,000 MCG of vitamin A as retinol acetate.

Best Sellers Rank: See Top 100 in Health & Household. Age Range (Description): Adult. Flavor: Unflavored. Primary Supplement Type: Vitamin A. Item Form: Capsule. Brand: Bariatric Advantage. Country of Origin: USA. : B003TTTRDA. Manufacturer: Bariatric Advantage. Date First Available: June 24, 2010. Product Dimensions: 1.72 x 1.72 x 3 inches; 1.44 Ounces. Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No.