Vitamin E Toxicity: UL 1,000 mg/day (Bleeding Risk)

Vitamin E above 400 IU/day increases bleeding risk, especially with blood thinners. UL is 1,000 mg/day. Check your combined dose with fish oil and aspirin.

Vitamin E Overdose Risk

Very high vitamin E may increase bleeding risk, especially with anticoagulants.

Verified Regional Dose References

StandardRDAUpper Limit (UL)
United States15 mg1000 mg
European Union15 mg1000 mg
Australia15 mg1000 mg
China14 mg800 mg
Japan15 mg900 mg

RDA = Recommended Dietary Allowance. UL = Tolerable Upper Intake Level. “Not established” does not mean unlimited intake is safe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can vitamin E cause bleeding?

High doses (above 400 IU/day) can interfere with blood clotting, especially if you take warfarin, aspirin, or other blood thinners. The UL is 1,000 mg/day (about 1,500 IU), but experts recommend not exceeding 400 IU/day if you take anticoagulants.

Check if Your Vitamin E Intake Is Safe

Scan your supplement labels with NutriAudit. Automatically calculate total intake from all sources and detect if you exceed safe limits.

Reviewed by NutriAudit editorial team. Based on public reference data from NIH ODS, FDA, EFSA, and other cited sources. Not medical advice.

Not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for personal medical decisions.