Vitacon Forte (Oral)

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Questions

vica forte prescription


I would like to know what vitamins and/or minerals are contained in vica forte.  For example, does it contain calcium?  Thank you.
by Breana Soule in USA, California, 10/08/2006

bioavailability, type of minerals


What is the bioavailability of this vitamin? Where in the digestive tract is this vitamin absorbed and how quickly is it available to the body to be utilized? I am receiving this vitamin via mail order pharmacy and I spoke with the pharmacist and aske...
by Jo in Gainesville, FL, 09/22/2006

makeup


Prescription vitamin Vitacon Forte. What is the makeup-- chem, minerals, vitamins, (source of the vitamins), and additives that go into this prescription??
by Thomas Quigley in Whitesboro, TX, 06/28/2006

Vitacon Forte (Oral) Drug and Prescription Information

Vitacon Forte (Oral)

Vitacon Forte (Oral) Medication Classification

MULTIVITAMINS WITH MINERALS (By mouth)

Vitacon Forte (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

Vitacon Forte (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 Vitacon Forte (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 Vitacon Forte (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 Vitacon Forte (Oral) Storage

Store Vitacon Forte (Oral) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Vitacon Forte (Oral) and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using Vitacon Forte (Oral)

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Vitacon Forte (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.

Vitacon Forte (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