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Copyright (C) 1991 Publications International, Ltd.


VITAMINS, PRENATAL
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BRAND NAME (Manufacturer):
     StuartNatal 1+1 (Stuart)
TYPE OF DRUG:
     Multivitamin and mineral supplement
INGREDIENTS:
     calcium, iron, folic acid, zinc, copper, niacin, riboflavin, thiamine,
       and vitamins A, D, E, B, B, and C
DOSAGE FORM:
     Tablets (200 mg calcium; 65 mg iron; 1.0 mg folic acid; 4,000 IU
       {international units} vitamin A; 400 IU vitamin D; 11 IU vitamin E; 1.5
       mg thiamine; 3 mg riboflavin; 20 mg niacin; 10 mg vitamin B; 12 mcg
       vitamin B; 120 mg vitamin C; 25 mg zinc; 2 mg copper)
STORAGE:
     These tablets should be stored at room temperature in a tightly closed,
       light-resistant container.

USES

     This product is a multivitamin and mineral supplement for use during
pregnancy and nursing.

TREATMENT

     In order to avoid stomach irritation, you can take this product with food
or with a full glass of water or milk.
     If you miss a dose of this medication, take the missed dose as soon as
possible, unless it is almost time for the next dose.  In that case, do not
take the missed dose at all; just return to your regular dosing schedule.  Do
not double the next dose.

SIDE EFFECTS

     Minor.

     Constipation, diarrhea, nausea, stomach upset, or vomiting.  These side
effects should disappear as your body adjusts to the medication.
     To relieve constipation, increase the amount of fiber in your diet (fresh
fruits and vegetables, salads, bran, and whole-grain breads), exercise, and
drink more water (unless your doctor directs you to do otherwise).
     Black stools are a normal consequence of iron therapy and do not indicate
a problem.

     Major.

     Tell your doctor about any side effects that are persistent or
particularly bothersome.  IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR about
bloody or tarry stools or severe abdominal pain.

INTERACTIONS

     This product should not interact with other medications if it is used
according to directions.

WARNINGS

     * Tell your doctor about unusual or allergic reactions you have had to
any medications, especially to any vitamins, minerals, or iron.
     * Be sure to tell your doctor if you have ever had bone disease, liver
disease, kidney disease, or stomach ulcers.
     * Because this product may mask the symptoms of pernicious anemia, it
should be used only under a doctor's supervision.

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The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace 
the counsel and advice of your personal physician.  Promptly consulting your 
doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical 
problem.
