What is multivitamin?
Multivitamins are a combination of many different vitamins that are normally found
in foods and other natural sources.
Multivitamins are used to provide vitamins that are not taken in through the diet.
Multivitamins are also used to treat vitamin deficiencies (lack of vitamins) caused
by illness, pregnancy, poor nutrition, digestive disorders, and many other conditions.
Multivitamins may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication
guide.
What is the most important information about multivitamins?
Never take more than the recommended dose of a multivitamin. Avoid taking more than
one multivitamin product at the same time unless your doctor tells you to. Taking
similar vitamin products together can result in a vitamin overdose or serious side
effects.
Many multivitamin products also contain minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium,
potassium, and zinc. Minerals (especially taken in large doses) can cause side effects
such as tooth staining, increased urination, stomach bleeding, uneven heart rate,
confusion, and muscle weakness or limp feeling. Read the label of any multivitamin
product you take to make sure you are aware of what it contains.
Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.
An overdose of vitamins A, D, E, or K can cause serious or life-threatening side
effects. Certain minerals contained in a multivitamin may also cause serious overdose
symptoms if you take too much.
How should I take multivitamins?
Use this medication as directed on the label, or as your doctor has prescribed.
Do not use the medication in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.