Multivitamin [Adult preparation]
Indications
This preparation is indicated for the treatment and prevention of vitamin deficiencies.
Pharmacology
Vitamin A plays an essential role in the function of retina and is essential for growth and differentiation of epithelial tissue.
Vitamin B: Plays a role in the synthesis and maintenance of coenzyme A. Necessary for lipid metabolism, carbohydrate metabolism, tissue respiration, glycogenolysis, inhibition of very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) synthesis. May increaase chylomicron triglyceride removal from plasma.
Vitamin E is an antioxidant which preserves essential cellular constituents.
Vitamin C: Necessary for collagen formation and tissue repair; plays a role in oxidation/reduction reactions as well as other metabolic pathways including synthesis of catecholamines, carnitine, and steroids; also plays a role in conversion of folic acid to folinic acid.
Vitamin D3 is a fat-soluble sterol. It is necessary for the regulation and regulation of calcium and phosphate homoeostasis and bone mineralisation. Vitamin D is also essential for healthy bones as it aids in Calcium absorption from the Gl tract. In addition to this it stimulates bone formation. Clinical studies also show that Calcium and Vitamin D has synergistic effects on bone growth as well as in Osteoporosis and fracture prevention.
Dosage And Administration
One capsule daily for adults and children over 5 years of age or as directed by the physician.
Contraindications
This preparation is contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to any component of the drug.
Side Effects
No side-effect has been reported with such low dose of the vitamin.
Pregnancy And Lactation
Pregnancy Category is not Classified. FDA has not yet classified the drug into a specified pregnancy category.
Precautions And Warnings
Should not use in over dosage. Patients with mild to moderate renal failure. Diabetes, patients prone to recurrent renal calculi.
Therapeutic Class
Specific combined vitamin preparations.
Storage Conditions
Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.