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B-Complex/
Vitamin C/
Folic Acid/
Iron/
Minerals
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Treatment & Uses
Safety Information

Before Using
Treating Overdose

Side Effects
Generic Name: B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals (VYE-ta-min
C/FOE-lik AS-id/EYE-urn/MIN-er-als)
Brand Name: Examples include Hemocyte Plus and Ferrocite Plus

Accidental overdose of products that contain iron is a leading cause
of fatal poisoning in children younger than 6 years old. Keep this and
all medicines out of the reach of children. In case of accidental
ingestion, call the poison control center or a doctor at once.
B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals is used for:
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Preventing and treating certain types of anemia (eg, caused by low
blood iron levels, poor nutrition). It may also be used for other
conditions as determined by your doctor.

B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals is a vitamin, folic acid,
iron, and mineral combination. It works by providing vitamins, folic
acid, iron, and minerals to the body.
Do NOT use B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals if:
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you are allergic to any ingredient in B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic
 Acid/Iron/Minerals
you have certain iron metabolism problems (eg, hemosiderosis,
 hemochromatosis), hemolytic anemia, pernicious anemia, or you have
 high levels of iron in your blood

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these
apply to you.
Before using B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals :
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Some medical conditions may interact with B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic
Acid/Iron/Minerals . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any
medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are
 breast-feeding

if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine,
 herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances

if you have sickle cell anemia or a history of other blood
 problems (eg, porphyria, thalassemia)
if you have a peptic ulcer or stomach or bowel problems (eg,
 ulcerative colitis)

if you have glucose-6-phosphate-dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency,
 have a bleeding problem, have had multiple blood transfusions, or
 are receiving dialysis
if you have a history of seizures

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic
Acid/Iron/Minerals . Tell your health care provider if you are taking
any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Fluorouracil because the risk of its side effects may be increased
 by B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals

Doxycycline, hydantoins (eg, phenytoin), mycophenolate,
 penicillamine, or thyroid hormones (eg, levothyroxine) because
 their effectiveness may be decreased by B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic
 Acid/Iron/Minerals
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur.
Ask your health care provider if B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic
Acid/Iron/Minerals may interact with other medicines that you take.
Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change
the dose of any medicine.

How to use B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals :
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Use B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals as directed by your
doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Take B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals by mouth with or
 without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce
 stomach irritation.
If you also take antacids, bisphosphonates (eg, etidronate),
 cephalosporins (eg, cefdinir), doxycycline, hydantoins (eg,
 phenytoin), levodopa, methyldopa, penicillamine, quinolones (eg,
 ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin), tetracyclines (eg, minocycline), or
 thyroid hormones (eg, levothyroxine), ask your doctor or
 pharmacist how to take them with B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic
 Acid/Iron/Minerals .

If you miss a dose of B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals
 , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next
 dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing
 schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to
use B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals .

Important safety information:
-----------------------------
Do not take more than the recommended dose without checking with
 your doctor.

Do not take large doses of vitamins (megadoses or megavitamin
 therapy) while you use B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic
 Acid/Iron/Minerals unless your doctor tells you to.
B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals has folic acid and
 iron in it. Before you start any new medicine, check the label to
 see if it has folic acid or iron in it too. If it does or if you
 are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.

B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals has iron in it. Iron
 overdose is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children younger
 than 6 years of age. In case of an overdose, call a doctor or
 poison control center right away.
This product may contain tartrazine dye (FD & C Yellow No. 5).
 This may cause an allergic reaction in some patients. If you have
 ever had an allergic reaction to tartrazine, ask your pharmacist
 if your product has tartrazine in it.

B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals may interfere with
 certain lab tests, including tests used to check for blood in the
 stool. Be sure your doctor and lab personnel know you are taking
 B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals .
Lab tests, including hematocrit, hemoglobin levels, and blood iron
 levels, may be performed while you use B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic
 Acid/Iron/Minerals . These tests may be used to monitor your
 condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor
 and lab appointments.

B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals should be used with
 extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children
 have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your
 doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using
 B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals while you are
 pregnant. B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals is found in
 breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use
 B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals , check with your
 doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals
:
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All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or
minor side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON
side effects persist or become bothersome:

Constipation; dark or green stools; diarrhea; nausea; stomach
pain; vomiting.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects
occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty
breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face,
lips, or tongue); black, tarry, or bloody stools; severe or
persistent stomach pain.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you
have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report
side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side
effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:
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Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control
Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org), or
emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include black, tarry, or
bloody stools; blue or unusually pale skin; drowsiness or dizziness;
fast heartbeat; increased thirst or urination; seizures; severe or
persistent nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or stomach pain; sluggishness;
vomiting blood; weakness.

Proper storage of B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals :
Store B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals at 77 degrees F (25
degrees C). Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F
(15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store away from heat, moisture,
and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep B-Complex/Vitamin
C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals out of the reach of children and away from
pets.

General information:
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If you have any questions about B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic
 Acid/Iron/Minerals , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or
 other health care provider.

B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals is to be used only by
 the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other
 people.
If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check
 with your doctor.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all
information about B-Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Iron/Minerals . If
you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like
more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health
care provider.
Issue Date: February 3, 2010Database Edition 10.1.1.002Copyright ©
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