Evidence supporting the use of: Vitamin A (vitamin A Palmitate)
For the health condition: Conjunctivitis

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Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Vitamin A (including its form as vitamin A palmitate) is scientifically recognized for its crucial role in maintaining the health of the ocular surface and conjunctival epithelium. Deficiency in vitamin A is known to cause xerophthalmia and increase susceptibility to infectious conjunctivitis, particularly in children in developing countries. Topical vitamin A preparations have been used to promote conjunctival healing and are included in the World Health Organization's recommendations for managing eye disease related to vitamin A deficiency. Several clinical studies suggest that topical vitamin A ointment can aid in recovery from conjunctival and corneal epithelial damage. For example, randomized controlled trials have shown that topical vitamin A is as effective as antibiotic ointments in the treatment of non-infectious conjunctival epithelial disorders and is beneficial for promoting healing in dry eye-related conjunctivitis. However, the evidence supporting vitamin A palmitate in treating infectious conjunctivitis (i.e., conjunctivitis caused by bacteria or viruses) is limited. While it may support epithelial healing and barrier function, it does not have direct antiviral or antibacterial activity. Its use is therefore best justified for conjunctivitis associated with epithelial damage or vitamin A deficiency, rather than as a primary treatment for infectious conjunctivitis. Overall, scientific evidence supports a role for vitamin A in conjunctival health and healing, but not as a standalone therapy for infectious conjunctivitis.

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