This medicine is used for the following purposes:
- pregnancy
- vitamin deficiency
Brand Name(s): Natelle
Generic Name: Prenatal Vitamins with Omega 3 (generic for Natelle One)
Instructions
Sit or stand upright for 10 minutes after taking the medicine. Do not lie down.
Swallow with a full glass (8 oz) of water unless your doctor gives you different instructions.
You may take with food to prevent stomach upset.
Store at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not keep in the bathroom.
To reduce constipation, eat high fiber foods, drink plenty of water and exercise.
Avoid dairy products, coffee, tea or products containing caffeine within 2 hours before or after taking this medicine.
Do not take this medicine with milk or milk products (such as yogurt).
Do not take antacids 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking this medicine.
This medicine can reduce the absorption of other medicines. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about the best times to use this product.
It is important that you keep taking each dose of this medicine on time even if you are feeling well.
If you forget to take a dose on time, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, do not take the missed dose. Return to your normal schedule. Do not take 2 doses at one time.
Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all your medicines. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines.
Speak with your doctor or pharmacist before starting any other vitamins.
This medicine may cause a positive result on some tests that check for blood in the stool. Please tell your doctor or nurse that you are taking this medicine before they perform these tests.
Keep all appointments for medical exams and tests while on this medicine.
Cautions
Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.
Do not use the medication any more than instructed.
Tell the doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Before taking vitamins that contain folic acid, make sure your doctor knows if you have a Vit B12 deficiency.
Vitamins that contain iron or other minerals may interact with antacids or other medications when taken together. Ask your pharmacist how long you should wait between taking this vitamin and your other medicines.
Do not start or stop any other medicines without first speaking to your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not share this medicine with anyone who has not been prescribed this medicine.
Side Effects
The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.
- bloating
- constipation or diarrhea
- feeling of heat or flushing
- nausea
- stomach upset or abdominal pain
- dark, tarry stool
- changes in taste or unpleasant taste
If you have any of the following side effects, you may be getting too much medicine. Please contact your doctor to let them know about these side effects.
- fainting
- stomach pain
- vomiting
Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:
- changes in memory, mood, or thinking
- mood changes
- weakness
A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.
Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This document tells you briefly how to take your medicine, but it does not tell you all there is to know about it. Your doctor or pharmacist may give you other documents about your medicine. Please talk to them if you have any questions. Always follow their advice.
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