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Multivitamin - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Multivitamin Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Multivitamin, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Multivitamin brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Multivitamin
ICD Code : Y57.7 Therapeutic Classification : Vitamins

Brand Names or Trade Names of Multivitamin

India :

International :


Stress-600 and Thera-Tabs.

Why is Multivitamin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an essential nutrient, prescribed for patients with vitamin deficiency. Normally provided in combination with dietary minerals.

When should Multivitamin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Multivitamin?

Dose is based on patient’s condition.

How should Multivitamin be taken?

It comes as a tablet, capsule and oral liquid to take by mouth with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Multivitamin?

• Caution needed for pregnant and breastfeeding women.

What are the side effects of Multivitamin?

Slight nausea and unpleasant taste.

What are the other precautions for Multivitamin?

• Avoid taking similar vitamin supplements together to avoid vitamin overdose which may result in serious life-threatening side effects.
• Use of salt substitute in the diet should be stopped if the multivitamin supplements contain high amount of potassium.

What are the Drug Interactions of Multivitamin?

• Do not take multivitamins with milk or dairy products, antacids, calcium supplements as these may interfere with the absorption of multivitamin.

What are the storage conditions for Multivitamin?

Store it at room temperature and in an airtight container. Keep away from children.

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