PRENATAL VITAMINS (Oral) (Tablet)


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When to take prenatal vitamins by Marisol from Memphis, TN 05/10/2006

Why have prenetal vitamins been recommended although i'm not pregnant by Gisela from Cumberland, Rhode Island 12/30/2005

PRENATAL VITAMINS (Oral) (Tablet) Drug and Prescription Information


PRENATAL VITAMINS (Oral) (Tablet)

PRENATAL VITAMINS (Oral) (Tablet) Medication Classification


PRENATAL VITAMINS (By mouth)

PRENATAL VITAMINS (Oral) (Tablet) Brandname


Prenate GT, Precare Prenatal, Natalcare Rx, Natalcare Plus, Citracal Prenatal Rx, Ultra Natalcare, Duet Stuartnatal, Natalcare CFE 60, Premesis Rx, Embrex 600, Nutrinate, Stuartnatal Plus 3, Precare Conceive, Natafort, Vitafol-PN

PRENATAL VITAMINS (Oral) (Tablet) is used for the Treatment


Prenatal vitamins are used to supplement the diet during pregnancy and during breastfeeding.

When To Not Use PRENATAL VITAMINS (Oral) (Tablet)


You should not use prenatal vitamins if you have ever had an allergic reaction to vitamin and mineral supplements.

How Should You Use PRENATAL VITAMINS (Oral) (Tablet)


Coated Tablet, Capsule, Chewable Tablet, Liquid Filled Capsule, Powder, Tablet
  • Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to take and how often. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than your doctor tells you to.
  • Swallow the tablet or capsule whole. Do not break, chew, or crush it.
  • The chewable tablet should be chewed before you swallow it.
  • Dissolve the powder in 4 to 5 ounces of water and drink the mixture right away.
  • If a dose is missed:
  • If you miss a dose or forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose.
  • Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Proper PRENATAL VITAMINS (Oral) (Tablet) Storage


Store PRENATAL VITAMINS (Oral) (Tablet) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep PRENATAL VITAMINS (Oral) (Tablet) and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using PRENATAL VITAMINS (Oral) (Tablet)


Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
  • You should not use other vitamin and mineral supplements while you are receiving prenatal vitamins.

PRENATAL VITAMINS (Oral) (Tablet) Warnings


  • Follow the diet prescribed by your doctor.

PRENATAL VITAMINS (Oral) (Tablet) Side Effects


If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
  • Dark stools or constipation
  • Mild nausea