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This combination of vitamins provides vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12 and folic acid to people who do not have enough of these vitamins for good health. This vitamin combination may also treat certain heart and blood vessel diseases by reducing your body's level of a certain substance (homocysteine). High homocysteine levels may be linked to narrowing of the arteries. Lowering homocysteine levels may possibly decrease your risk of dementia, heart attack, stroke, kidney disease and peripheral vascular disease.
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Uses
This combination of vitamins provides vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12 and folic acid to people who do not have enough of these vitamins for good health. This vitamin combination may also treat certain heart and blood vessel diseases by reducing your body's level of a certain substance (homocysteine). High homocysteine levels may be linked to narrowing of the arteries. Lowering homocysteine levels may possibly decrease your risk of dementia, heart attack, stroke, kidney disease and peripheral vascular disease.
Notes
- Do not share this medication with others.Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., complete blood count, homocysteine levels) may be performed from time to time to monitor your progress or check for side effects.
- Consult your doctor for more details.Remember that it is best to get your vitamins and minerals from healthy foods.
- Maintain a well-balanced diet and follow any dietary guidelines as directed by your doctor.
- B vitamins, including folic acid, are naturally found in leafy greens, other vegetables, and citrus fruits.
- Folic acid is also found in enriched grains such as bread, pasta and cereal.Some brands of this medication may also contain ingredients such as vitamin E, para-aminobenzoic acid, or alpha-lipoic acid.
- Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about the ingredients in your brand.
Storage
- Store at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
- Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
How To Use
- Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually once daily or as directed by your doctor.
- If stomach upset occurs, it may help to take this product with food.Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it.
- To help you remember, use it at the same time each day.
- The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
Side Effects
- Nausea, stomach upset, diarrhea, drowsiness, flushing, and numbness/tingling may occur.
- If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.
- Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: mental/mood changes, unusual weakness.A very serious allergic reaction to this product is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs.
- Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies.Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: certain blood disorders (e.g., pernicious anemia, other anemias).This drug may make you drowsy; use caution while engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery.
- Limit alcoholic beverages.This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.This medication passes into breast milk.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
- If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Your healthcare professionals (e.g., doctor or pharmacist) may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for it.
- Do not start, stop or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.This product should not be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur: altretamine, cisplatin, levodopa (when used without carbidopa).If you are currently using any of these medications, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting this medication.Before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: folic acid antagonist (e.g., methotrexate), hydantoins (e.g., phenytoin, diphenylhydantoin), pyrimethamine, other vitamin/nutritional supplements.This product can affect the results of certain lab tests (e.g., intrinsic factor antibodies, certain urobilinogen tests).
- Make sure laboratory personnel and your doctors know you use this drug.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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