Used For:

• Supplement essential vitamins and minerals and to boost immune and antioxidant health.

Contraindications:

• Avoid or use cautiously in:Hypersensitivity to any ingredientHypervitaminosis A or D (excess vitamin intake disorders)Severe renal or hepatic impairmentPatients already taking other vitamin/mineral supplements (risk of overdose)

Side Effects:

• Usually well-tolerated when taken as directed.Nausea, stomach upset, or diarrheaMetallic taste in mouth (due to zinc)Headache or dizziness (rare)Mild skin rash (rare allergic reaction)

Precautions:

• Take after food to reduce gastric irritation.Avoid taking two multivitamins together.Consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy, lactation, or chronic illness.Monitor diabetic patients — some formulations contain small amounts of sugar in syrup form.Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight.

Dietary Restrictions:

• Maintain a balanced diet with natural sources of vitamins and minerals.Avoid alcohol and smoking, which reduce vitamin absorption.Drink plenty of water.Do not consume iron, calcium, or zinc supplements separately unless prescribed — may lead to overdose.Avoid taking with antacids, calcium, or tetracycline antibiotics (can reduce zinc absorption) — space by at least 2 hours.