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Multivitamins + Multiminerals
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At a glance
Multivitamins + Multiminerals are nutritional supplements used for prevention and treatment of vitamin and mineral deficiencies. They help meet daily nutritional needs of adults.
Description
This is a balanced combination of vitamins and minerals. Vitamin B-group are components of enzyme systems regulating carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism. Vitamin C is involved in tissue repair and collagen formation. Vitamin A is essential for retinal function and epithelial tissue growth. Vitamin E is an antioxidant that preserves cellular constituents. Iron, copper, manganese and zinc serve as catalysts in enzyme systems.
Indications
- Prevention and treatment of vitamin and mineral deficiencies
- Daily nutritional needs of adults
- Nutritional supplement
Therapeutic class
Multi-vitamin & Multi-mineral Combined Preparations
Pharmacological class
Vitamin & Mineral Supplement
Pharmacology
Vitamins and minerals are essential for normal metabolic functions including hematopoiesis. B-group vitamins are components of enzyme systems regulating carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism. Vitamin C is involved in tissue repair and collagen formation. Iron, copper, manganese and zinc serve as catalysts in enzyme systems.
Mechanism of action
Supplies essential vitamins and minerals to meet nutritional requirements.
Dosage
Adult Dose:
- 1 tablet/capsule daily or as directed by physician
Pediatric Dose (>5 years):
- 1 tablet/capsule or 1 teaspoon syrup daily
Pediatric Dose (6 months-5 years, sachet):
- 1 sachet (1 gm) daily with meals
Administration
- Swallow tablet/capsule 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 children >5 years; sachet for 6 months-5 years.
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 vitamin and mineral toxicity; symptomatic treatment.
Storage conditions
Store in a dry place, away from light; keep out of reach of children.
Chemical structure
Multivitamins + Multiminerals