Ascorbic Acid, Cholecalciferol, .alpha.-tocopherol Acetate, Dl-, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, 5-methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Cyanocobalamin, Biotin, Calcium Formate, Ferrous Asparto Glycinate, Potassium Iodide, Magnesium Oxide, Doconexent And Icosapent

Generic Name: ascorbic acid, cholecalciferol, .alpha.-tocopherol acetate, dl-, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, 5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid, cyanocobalamin, biotin, calcium formate, ferrous asparto glycinate, potassium iodide, magnesium oxide, doconexent and icosapent

Vitamin C [EPC]Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Prenate Essential

DESCRIPTION: PRENATE ESSENTIAL ® is a prescription prenatal/postnatal multivitamin/mineral/essential fatty acid softgel. Each softgel is green in color, opaque, and imprinted with "Prenate" on one side and blank on the other. PRENATE ESSENTIAL ® contains fish oil and soy. Prenate Essencial OTHER INGREDIENTS: Capsule gelatin (gelatin, sorbitol, glycerin, purified water, turmeric, and sodium copper chlorophyllin), soy lecithin, yellow beeswax and soybean oil.

Overview

DESCRIPTION: PRENATE ESSENTIAL ® is a prescription prenatal/postnatal multivitamin/mineral/essential fatty acid softgel. Each softgel is green in color, opaque, and imprinted with "Prenate" on one side and blank on the other. PRENATE ESSENTIAL ® contains fish oil and soy. Prenate Essencial OTHER INGREDIENTS: Capsule gelatin (gelatin, sorbitol, glycerin, purified water, turmeric, and sodium copper chlorophyllin), soy lecithin, yellow beeswax and soybean oil.

Uses

INDICATIONS: PRENATE ESSENTIAL ® is a multivitamin/multimineral fatty acid dietary supplement indicated for use in improving the nutritional status of women throughout pregnancy and in the postnatal period for both lactating and nonlactating mothers. PRENATE ESSENTIAL ® can also be beneficial in improving the nutritional status of women prior to conception

Dosage

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Before, during and/or after pregnancy, one softgel daily or as directed by a physician.

Side Effects

ADVERSE REACTIONS: Allergic sensitization has been reported following both oral and parenteral administration of folic acid.

Warnings

WARNING: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately. WARNING: Ingestion of more than 3 grams of omega-3 fatty acids (such as DHA) per day has been shown to have potential antithrombotic effects, including an increased bleeding time and International Normalized Ratio (INR). Administration of omega-3 fatty acids should be avoided in patients taking anticoagulants and in those known to have an inherited or acquired predisposition to bleeding. CONTRAINDICATIONS: PRENATE ESSENTIAL ® is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.

Storage

STORAGE: Store at 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° - 30°C (59° - 86°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ascorbic Acid, Cholecalciferol, .alpha.-tocopherol Acetate, Dl-, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, 5-methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Cyanocobalamin, Biotin, Calcium Formate, Ferrous Asparto Glycinate, Potassium Iodide, Magnesium Oxide, Doconexent And Icosapent used for?

INDICATIONS: PRENATE ESSENTIAL ® is a multivitamin/multimineral fatty acid dietary supplement indicated for use in improving the nutritional status of women throughout pregnancy and in the postnatal period for both lactating and nonlactating mothers. PRENATE ESSENTIAL ® can also be beneficial in improving the nutritional status of women prior to conception

What are the side effects of Ascorbic Acid, Cholecalciferol, .alpha.-tocopherol Acetate, Dl-, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, 5-methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Cyanocobalamin, Biotin, Calcium Formate, Ferrous Asparto Glycinate, Potassium Iodide, Magnesium Oxide, Doconexent And Icosapent?

ADVERSE REACTIONS: Allergic sensitization has been reported following both oral and parenteral administration of folic acid.

What are the important warnings for Ascorbic Acid, Cholecalciferol, .alpha.-tocopherol Acetate, Dl-, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, 5-methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Cyanocobalamin, Biotin, Calcium Formate, Ferrous Asparto Glycinate, Potassium Iodide, Magnesium Oxide, Doconexent And Icosapent?

WARNING: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately. WARNING: Ingestion of more than 3 grams of omega-3 fatty acids (such as DHA) per day has been shown to have potential antithrombotic effects, including an increased bleeding time and International Normalized Ratio (INR). Administration of omega-3 fatty acids should be avoided in patients taking anticoagulants and in those known to have an inherited or acquired predisposition to bleeding. CONTRAINDICATIONS: PRENATE ESSENTIAL ® is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.

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