GENERIC

Multivitamin & Multimineral

Indications

Multivita Forte is indicated for the treatment and/or prevention of vitamin and mineral deficiencies associated with restricted diets, improper food intake, alcoholism and decreased absorption. It is also indicated in patients with increased requirements for vitamins and minerals due to acute and chronic ... Read more Multivita Forte is indicated for the treatment and/or prevention of vitamin and mineral deficiencies associated with restricted diets, improper food intake, alcoholism and decreased absorption. It is also indicated in patients with increased requirements for vitamins and minerals due to acute and chronic diseases, pregnancy, lactation, menopause, infections, during treatment with antibiotics, convalescence etc. To prevent the occurrence of serious birth defects periconceptional (from three months before conception up to the first trimester of pregnancy) supplementation with this tablet is required.

Pharmacology

Vitamins and minerals are essential for normal metabolic functions including hematopoiesis. The members of vitamin B-group are components of enzyme system that regulate various stages of carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism, each of the components playing a specific biological role. Vitamin C is involved in tissue repair and collagen formation. Vitamin A plays an essential role in the function of retina and is essential for growth and differentiation of epithelial tissue. Vitamin E is an antioxidant which preserves essential cellular constituents. Vitamin D is supplemented for prevention and cure of nutritional and metabolic rickets and for treatment of hypoparathyroidism. Iron, Copper, Manganese, Zinc serve as catalysts in enzyme systems which perform vital cellular functions.

Dosage and administration

Orally one tablet daily for adult and children over 5 years of age or as directed by the physicians.

Contraindications

This is contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to any of its components. This is not intended for treatment of severe specific deficiencies of vitamins or minerals. It is not recommended for patients undergoing treatment with levodopa as pyridoxine decreases the efficacy of levodopa. During the first trimester of pregnancy, larger doses of vitamin A (more than 10 tablets per day) may be teratogenic.

Side effects

Side effects have been reported with specific vitamins & minerals, but at level substantially higher than those in this tablet. Iron has been associated with gastrointestinal intolerance in some patients.

Pregnancy and lactation

During the first trimester of pregnancy, recommended daily dose should not be exceeded. Because larger doses of Vitamin-A (multiple tablets per day) may be teratogenic.

Precautions and warnings

Not intended for treatment of pernicious anemia or other megaloblastic anemia where vitamin B12 is deficient.

Storage

Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Clinical information is taken from the most complete brand listing (Multivita Forte); it applies to the active ingredient.

Brands of Multivitamin & Multimineral

Brands of Multivitamin & Multimineral
#BrandCompanyFormStrengthPrice
1Allbeevit-MMedimet Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.50per unit
2Aristovit MBeximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Tablet–৳ 2.00per unit
3Becoson-MHudson Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.50per unit
4Benvit MBenham Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Tablet–৳ 2.00per unit
5Biovit-MBiopharma LimitedTablet–৳ 2.00per unit
6Bpfort-MBristol Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.50per unit
7CodminGlobex Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Syrup–Not listed
8Cytaplex-MCentral Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.50per unit
9Edruvit-MEdruc LimitedTablet–৳ 1.50per unit
10Envit-MThe IBN SINA Pharmaceutical PLCTablet–৳ 2.00per unit
11Ethivit-MEthical Drugs LimitedTablet–৳ 1.33per unit
12Flavit-MAmico Laboratories Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.50per unit
13Jasovit-MJayson Pharmaceutical Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.50per unit
14KidovitAmico Laboratories Ltd.Syrup–Not listed
15Kvit-MKemiko Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.50per unit
16Micoplex-MMillat Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.80per unit
17MomCareACI LimitedTablet–৳ 3.00per unit
18Multi MApollo Pharmaceutical Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.50per unit
19Multivita ForteAexim Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.50per unit
20Multivit PlusSquare Pharmaceuticals PLCTablet–৳ 2.50per unit
21Nipavit-MNipa Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.00per unit
22Opsovit MMOpsonin Pharma Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.51per unit
23Orioplex-MOrion Pharma Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.81per unit
24Placent-MNavana Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.80per unit
25Plexivit MSyntho Laboratories Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.00per unit
26Remavit-MReman Drug Laboratories Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.37per unit
27Restovit-MZenith Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.60per unit
28RevitalACI LimitedSyrup–Not listed
29Seemavit MSeema Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Tablet–৳ 1.50per unit
30Solvit-MEskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Tablet–৳ 2.00per unit

This page is general information and is not medical advice. It does not replace a registered doctor, and it is not a prescription or a recommendation to use any medicine or test. Prices are listed prices and may change. Always follow the advice of your doctor or pharmacist.