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multivitamin

Generic Name: multivitamin (mull tee VYE tah min)
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What are multivitamins?

Vitamins are naturally occurring substances necessary for many processes in the body. Vitamins are found in the foods we eat.

Multivitamins are combinations of vitamins in tablets, capsules, liquids, and injections. Multivitamins are used to treat vitamin shortages in the body that may occur because of illness, pregnancy, poor nutrition, decreased absorption of foods through the stomach, and many other circumstances.

Multivitamins may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about multivitamins?

Who should not take multivitamins?

Some multivitamins may affect other medical conditions or treatments. Do not start taking a multivitamin without first talking to your doctor if you have any health problems or conditions, or if you take other prescription or over-the-counter medications.

How should I take multivitamin?

Take multivitamins exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Some multivitamins are available in a chewable tablet formulation. Chew these tablets thoroughly before swallowing.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Most commonly, symptoms of a multivitamin overdose include nausea and vomiting.

What should I avoid while taking multivitamins?

There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activities while you are taking multivitamin supplements. Follow any special instructions your doctor gives you.

Multivitamins side effects

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Nausea, constipation, black stools, and diarrhea are among the most common. Taking multivitamins with food may decrease these side effects.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect multivitamin?

Before taking a multivitamin, tell your doctor if you are taking any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines. You may not be able to take the multivitamin, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring if you are taking any other medicines.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has more information about multivitamins written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Multivitamins are available by prescription and over-the-counter generically and under many brand names in several formulations. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

• Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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