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Pediatric / Pediatric conditions

Infections / Viral infections

Also known as: Erythema infectiosum

Supplements for Oral Use

  • Vitamin A RatingRatingRatingRating

    Vitamin A enhances immune system; fights infection; used for prevention and treatment. For treatment use 100,000-200,000 IU of vitamin A, for one time only. Use this dosage under the control of an experienced practitioner. For prevention 10,000 IU of vitamin A daily, for many months, may be helpful.

  • Quercetin RatingRating

    Quercetin is an antiviral; fights virus; accelerates healing. Take 0.5-1.5 g of quercetin daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

  • Selenium RatingRating

    Selenium is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals; enhances immune system; used for prevention and treatment. Take 100-200 mcg of selenium daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Vitamin C RatingRating

    Vitamin C is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals; it is an antibacterial; it is an antiviral; fights infection; enhances immune system. Take 0.5-3.0 g of vitamin C daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Vitamin E RatingRating

    Vitamin E is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals; enhances immune system; accelerates healing. Take 400-800 IU of vitamin E daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Zinc RatingRating

    Zinc is an anti-infectious and an immune enhancer; fights infection; enhances immune system and accelerates healing. Take 25-50 mg of zinc daily, in divided doses, for many months. Better if used with copper.

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