Given to people who need more vitamins and minerals in their diet. Nutriceuticals are substances that are generally believed (but not proven) to increase health and well-being.
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Centrum Silver, Ocuvite Lutein, Se-Cure, Dermavite, S.S.S. Antioxidant Complete, Folic Acid Xtra, Glucosamine/MSM Complex, Cardenz, Keytabs, Chromium K6, Tonosex, Xtramins, Calna, Green Source, Keytabs w/O Iron |
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Vitamin/mineral/nutriceutical Combination
Centrum Silver, Ocuvite Lutein, Se-Cure, Dermavite, S.S.S. Antioxidant Complete, Folic Acid Xtra, Glucosamine/MSM Complex, Cardenz, Keytabs, Chromium K6, Tonosex, Xtramins, Calna, Green Source, Keytabs w/O Iron Uses
Given to people who need more vitamins and minerals in their diet. Nutriceuticals are substances that are generally believed (but not proven) to increase health and well-being. Storage
- Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
- Do not freeze.
Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
How
To Use - APPEARANCE: Tablet, Long Acting Tablet, Chewable Tablet, Liquid Filled Capsule, Liquid, Capsule, Long Acting Capsule, Wafer, Chewable Tablet, Liquid Mixture, Spray, Packet, Powder.
If you are using this medicine without a prescription, follow the instructions on the medicine label.
It is best to take this medicine with food or milk.
Swallow the tablet,extended-release tablet,extended-release capsule,capsule, or liquid-filled capsule whole.
- Do not break, chew, or crush it.
Chew the chewable tablet thoroughly before you swallow it.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.
Side
Effects - Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing.
Chest pain, fast or uneven heartbeat.
Memory loss.
Severe stomach pain.
Unusual sleepiness or dizziness.
Precautions
- You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients.
- If you are not sure what the ingredients are, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- Do not use this medicine if you are under 18 years old.
- Some forms of this supplement should not be used by women who are pregnant or breast feeding.
Missed
Dose - It is generally not harmful if you miss a dose of a vitamin supplement.
- Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Drug
Interactions - Tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, or a history of kidney stones.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you have a bleeding disorder, untreated high blood pressure, or a condition called sarcoidosis.
- Tell your doctor if you have diabetes, low-blood sugar, rheumatoid arthritis, or any other problems with your immune system.
- Your doctor will need to know if you have a history of thyroid problems, goiter, heartburn, prostate problems, or stomach problems such as ulcer or gastritis.
- Tell your doctor about any surgeries you have had.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you drink alcohol or smoke on a regular basis.
Some forms of this medicine might have enough iron to poison a small child.
- Be very careful to keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
- If a child does swallow some of this medicine, call a doctor or poison control center right away.
You should not use certain brands of this medicine if you have kidney disease or are on dialysis.
- Some brands contain ingredients that could be harmful if your kidneys are not working properly.
- Always ask your health caregiver what specific brands of this medicine will work best for you.
You should not use more of a supplement than your doctor has ordered or more than the package label recommends.
- Some vitamins can build up in your body and can be harmful.
Multivitamins can turn urine bright yellow and stools a darker color.
- This is normal.
Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are using this medicine.
- You may need to stop using this medicine several days before having surgery or medical tests.
This medicine might contain phenylalanine (aspartame).
- This is a concern if you have a disorder called phenylketonuria (a problem with amino acids).
- If you have this condition, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
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CONDITIONS
OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute
for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information
is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions
or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular
drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional
should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or
discontinuing any course of treatment. |