Generic
Multivitamins
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At a glance
Multivitamins are nutritional supplements used for prevention and treatment of vitamin deficiencies. They contain Vitamins A, B-complex, C, D3 and E which support normal metabolic functions and health.
Description
Multivitamins contain Vitamin A, B-complex (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12), C, D3 and E. Vitamin A is essential for retinal function and epithelial tissue growth. B-complex vitamins play a role in coenzyme A synthesis. Vitamin E is an antioxidant that preserves cellular constituents. Vitamin C is necessary for collagen formation and tissue repair. Vitamin D3 is necessary for calcium and phosphate homeostasis and bone mineralisation.
Indications
- Prevention and treatment of vitamin deficiencies
- Daily nutritional needs of adults
Therapeutic class
Multi-vitamin Preparations
Pharmacological class
Vitamin Supplement
Pharmacology
Vitamin A is essential for retinal function and epithelial tissue growth. B-complex vitamins play a role in coenzyme A synthesis. Vitamin E is an antioxidant that preserves cellular constituents. Vitamin C is necessary for collagen formation and tissue repair. Vitamin D3 is necessary for calcium and phosphate homeostasis and bone mineralisation.
Mechanism of action
Supplies essential vitamins to meet nutritional requirements.
Dosage
Adult Dose:
- 1-2 capsules or 1-2 teaspoons syrup daily or as recommended by physician
Administration
- Swallow capsule/tablet whole
- Take at the same time each day
- Best taken with food
Missed dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember; skip if it's almost time for next dose; do not double the dose.
Side effects
Side Effects:
- Generally well tolerated
Precautions & warnings
- Do not use in over dosage
- Caution in mild to moderate renal failure, diabetes, patients prone to recurrent renal calculi
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients
Drug interactions
No known interactions.
Food interactions
Take with food for better absorption.
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Generally well tolerated; consult doctor.
Pregnancy Category: A — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Use in lactation
Use in Lactation: Generally well tolerated; consult doctor.
Pediatric use
Indicated for adults.
Geriatric use
Indicated for adults.
Renal / hepatic impairment
Renal Impairment: Caution in mild-moderate renal failure, diabetes, recurrent renal calculi; dose adjustment may be needed.
Hepatic Impairment: Caution in liver disease; dose adjustment may be needed.
Overdose effects
Overdose may cause hypervitaminosis; symptomatic treatment.
Storage conditions
Store in a dry place, away from light; keep out of reach of children.
Chemical structure
Multivitamins