ExoticRx · exoticrx.com/drugs/vitamin-e-alpha-tocopherol
US brand names:Emcelle Tocopherol Vet, Aquasol E
Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) is dosed at 0.06 mg/kg IM q7d in african grey parrots, per Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed — Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary 6th ed, Table 5.11 (Nutritional/Mineral Support and Supplementation Used in Birds). — Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary 6th ed, Table 5.11 (Nutritional/Mineral Support and Supplementation Used in Birds). Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Lipid-soluble antioxidant that protects cell membrane polyunsaturated fatty acids from peroxidation. Works synergistically with selenium and vitamin C.
High doses may impair vitamin K-dependent coagulation. Store protected from light. Reptile requirements vary significantly by species.
Species references:All African Grey Parrot drugs
Each ExoticRx dose rule is graded by the strength of its primary evidence — see the editorial process.
Upgrade to Pro or Student to unlock the full dose ranges and frequency for every species. The drug's mechanism, warnings, indications, and cited sources are free to read.
View PlansSource citations and evidence levels available on the live page. Reference only — verify against current literature before clinical use.