Each capsule contains: Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) 400 mg, Niacin (Vitamin B3) 20 mg, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6) 15 mg, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1) 10 mg, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) 10 mg, Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) 5 mg, Retinol Acetate (Vitamin A) 4,000 I.U., Folic Acid (Vitamin B9) 500 mcg, Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) 30 mcg, Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) 400 I.U.
This product is a multivitamin preparation with the
selection of most essential substances for the
maintenance of normal metabolic functions. It contains
B-complex vitamins (Vitamins B1, B2, B6, B12)
that optimize conversion of food into energy for numerous
physiologic processes such as respiration, digestion,
blood circulation and immune system response.
Vitamin D to promote strong and healthy bones and
teeth. It also contains Vitamins A, C, and E which helps
maintain healthy skin and eyes while strengthening or
enhancing the immune system. The Folic acid in this
product works with Vitamin B12 to form healthy red
blood cells and prevent anemia.
This product is used as a nutritional support in growth and development. Supplementation of daily diet for the prevention or treatment of vitamin and mineral deficiencies. For the prevention of metabolic and
nutritional deficiencies due to poor absorption of foods restricted dietary intake and times of illness, physical and mental stresses, traumatic injuries. Increases general body resistance against infections and
diseases.
Adults and elderly: One capsule daily or as prescribed by the physician.
The capsule should be swallowed whole with a glass of water.
Do not give this medicine to children under 12 years old.
Missed dose: Take as soon as remembered unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Do not give an extra dose or double the dose to make up for the missed dose.
Signs and Symptoms: The B-complex vitamins (Vitamins B1, B2, B6, B12, Niacin) are relatively non-toxic. However, long term (i.e. two months or longer) administration of large (megadose) dosages (e.g., usually 2 grams or more daily) of Vitamin B6 can cause neurological symptoms manifested as paresthesia (more noticeable at night and limited to the extremities), bone pains, hyperesthesia (described as burning, pricking, stinging, or itching), muscle weakness, fasciculation (described as twitching, restlessness or fidgeting), numbness on the limbs and face.
Vitamin A: Chronic daily Vitamin A intakes in excess of 10,000 IU or weekly intakes in excess of 25,000 IU have resulted in hypervitaminosis A.
Excessive Vitamin A intake (more than 10,000 IU daily) is hazardous when taken during the first and second trimesters of pregnancy.
Excessive Vitamin A intake during pregnancy may lead to birth defects such as cleft palate, heart abnormalities and brain malformations, e.g., hydrocephalus and microcephaly (baby with very small head).
Vitamin D: Hypervitaminosis D is rare but potentially serious condition. It occurs when the patient takes in too much vitamin D. It's usually the result of taking high-dose vitamin D supplements.
Some prescription medications used to treat high blood pressure (thiazide diuretics) and heart diseases (digoxin) can cause an increase in vitamin D in the blood.
Estrogen therapy, taking antacids for long time, and isoniazid, an antituberculosis medication, can also cause elevated levels of Vitamin D.
The Mayo Clinic states that the recommended dietary allowance of vitamin D for most adults is 600 international units a day (IU). Doctors may prescribe higher doses to treat medical conditions such as
vitamin D deficiency, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, for a short period of time. Daily use of vitamin D supplements for several months is toxic.
Patient is likely to develop hypervitaminosis D if taking vitamin D supplements and have other existing health problems, such as: kidney disease, liver disease, tuberculosis, hyperparathyroidism, sarcoidosis,
histoplasmosis.
An excess of Vitamin D causes abnormally high blood concentrations of calcium, which can cause overcalcification of the bones, soft tissues, heart and kidneys. In addition, hypertension can result. Symptoms of vitamin D toxicity may include the metastatic calcification of the soft tissues.
Hypervitaminosis D symptoms appear several months after excessive doses of vitamin D are administered. In almost every case, a low-calcium diet combined with corticosteroid drugs will allow for a full recovery within a month.
If the patient has taken more than the recommended dosage, consult the doctor or contact the Poison Control Center right away.
Do not give this medicine if the patient is allergic to any of its component.
To make sure that this is the right treatment for the patient, before the start of taking multivitamins it is important to speak with a doctor or pharmacist: If the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding. This is because
it is advised not to take any medicines while expecting or feeding a baby unless it has been recommended by a doctor or pharmacist.
If the patient is taking any other medicines.
Do not take more than the recommended dose.
Consult a doctor if any undesirable effect occurs.
Niacin: Dosages of Niacin in excess of 100 mg daily
may cause flushing of face, arms, and chest, itching
and nausea known as Niacin Flush. When taken as
directed, multivitamins are not expected to cause
serious side effects. Less serious side effects may
include: upset stomach, headache, or unusual or
unpleasant taste in the mouth.
No clinically significant interaction is expected with the
amount of nutrients in the formulation when used as
directed.
Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C.
A11BA - Multivitamins, plain ; Used as dietary supplements.
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