Geritol Complete (Oral)
Geritol is a high potency multivitamin tablet with the purpose of aiding the system naturally. It is usually used to prevent or treat a vitamin deficiency due to poor nutrition. Also, many women have taken it while trying to get pregnant and have had positive results.
Questions | Reviews
trying to get pregnant
im trying to concieve and i have been taking geritol complete so how long do i need to take it before i am fertile enough?
by Tishe, 04/24/2007
Geritol Complete
Hi, my name is Stephanie & I have a couple of questions that I wanted to ask about different types of vitamins. Well first, I been trying to get pregnant for 1 year & 6 months & nothing seems to be working. I recently went to the doctor &a...;
by Stephanie in USA, 08/08/2006
appetite supplement
Will geritol vitamins or liquid help to increase appetite for a 78 year old woman? She had lumbar surgery last month and had her staples removed about 2 and a half weeks ago and I've noticed that she doesn't eat like she used to before after t...
by Mary Lou Apodaca in Phoenix, Az, 09/04/2008
geritol complete
does geritol contain soy? does it hurt to take with a daily dose of asprin?
by shirley in Texas, 04/07/2008
Geritol
How long does it take to become pregnant while taking geritol?
by Damara in United Stated, 01/31/2008
Geritol Complete (Oral) Drug and Prescription Information
Geritol Complete (Oral)
Geritol Complete (Oral) Medication Classification
MULTIVITAMINS WITH MINERALS (By mouth)
Geritol Complete (Oral) Brandname
Vitaplex Plus, Vitacon Forte, Glutofac-ZX, Centrum, Centrum Silver, Ocuvite, Ocuvite PreserVision, Caltrate Plus, Sonex T, Stress 28, Strovite Plus, Super Multiple 33 w/Minerals, Therapeutic-M, Therems M, Therems H
Geritol Complete (Oral) is used for the Treatment
Multivitamins with minerals are given to people who need more vitamins and minerals in their diet.
When To Not Use Geritol Complete (Oral)
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to a vitamin, multivitamin, or any mineral (such as fluoride, calcium, iron, zinc, and others).
How Should You Use Geritol Complete (Oral)
Tablet, Chewable Tablet, Liquid, Long Acting Tablet, Liquid Filled Capsule, Spray, Capsule
- Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how often. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
- If you are using this medicine without a prescription, follow the instructions on the medicine label.
- Swallow the capsule or tablet whole, unless the directions say you can break, crush, or chew the vitamin. Some tablets have a special coating and should not be chewed. Chewable tablets should be chewed thoroughly before swallowing.
- Measure the oral liquid vitamins with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, medicine dropper, or medicine cup. You may mix the liquid with food.
- For spray vitamins: Spray the liquid directly into your mouth, on the inside of your cheek. Wait 30 seconds before swallowing. If a dose is missed:
- If a dose is missed, you can take it when you remember.
- It is generally not harmful if you miss a dose of a multivitamin.
Proper Geritol Complete (Oral) Storage
Store Geritol Complete (Oral) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Geritol Complete (Oral) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using Geritol Complete (Oral)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.Geritol Complete (Oral) Warnings
- This medicine might contain phenylalanine (aspartame). This is only a concern if you have a disorder called phenylketonuria (a problem with amino acids). Talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
- You should not use more of this medicine than your doctor has ordered or more than the label on the bottle recommends. Certain vitamins can build up in the body and may cause harm.
- If you are pregnant or breast feeding, check with your doctor. It is very important during this time to take the right vitamins in the right amounts.
- Vitamin supplements can sometimes make the stool darker and the urine dark yellow. This is normal.
Geritol Complete (Oral) Side Effects
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Tiredness
- Loss of appetite, indigestion, or nausea
- Staining of teeth
- Constipation or diarrhea