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Prenatal 19 - Prenatal Vitamins With Iron/folic Acid - Oral Chewable Brand Drug
General Information
- Below is miscellaneous information regarding Prenatal 19.
- USES: Vitamins are the building blocks of the body. They are used to prevent or treat a vitamin deficiency due to poor nutrition, certain illnesses, or during pregnancy.
- WARNING: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6 years of age. Keep this product out of reach of children. If an accidental overdose does occur, seek immediate medical attention or call a poison control center.
Read Before Using Prenatal 19 (precautions)
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.
Usage Instructions
- Chew and swallow this medication as directed.
- Food may affect the absorption of certain vitamin products.
- However, some vitamin products may be best taken with food.
- Consult your pharmacist.
- Wait at least two hours between taking iron and antacids, as well as tetracycline (for example, minocycline) or quinolone (for example, ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin) antibiotics.
What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose
- Take the missed dose as soon as you remember; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose.
- Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double the dose to catch up.
Possible Side Effects
- This medication may cause mild nausea or unpleasant taste.
- Consult your doctor if any of these effects persist or become severe.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these very unlikely but serious side effects.
Drug Compatibility Recommendations
- Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of.
Prenatal 19 Storage Instructions
- Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
- Keep out of the reach of children.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include unconsciousness, paleness, weak-rapid heartbeat, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, or green diarrhea/tarry stools.
Prenatal 19 Miscellaneous Notes
- Iron can cause the stools to turn black in color.
- This is due to unabsorbed iron and is not harmful.