Ingredient

Retinol Acetate

Retinyl acetate is used as a form of vitamin A to supplement vitamin A levels in the body.

All medicines
13
Combination
13
OTC medication
13

MFDS ingredient code M205408

What does it do?

Retinyl acetate is an ester form of vitamin A, belonging to the fat-soluble vitamin class. In pharmaceuticals, it is primarily used to prevent or supplement vitamin A deficiency. It plays an important role in maintaining vision and cellular function.

In the body, retinyl acetate is converted into retinol by enzymes, acting as vitamin A. Vitamin A contributes to the formation of rhodopsin, which is necessary for light detection in the eye's retina, and maintains the health of skin and mucosal cells.

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike other forms of vitamin A such as retinol or retinal, retinyl acetate has greater stability, making it widely used in pharmaceuticals. Additionally, it is gradually converted to the active form in the body, helping to provide a continuous supply of vitamin A.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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