Medications and Drugs

GENERIC NAME: CALCIUM CARBONATE/VITAMIN B12/FOLIC ACID/VITAMIN B6 - ORAL (KAL-see-um KAR-buh-nate/vitamin B12/FOH-lik acid/vitamin B6

BRAND NAME(S): Premesis RX

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: This medication is a multivitamin and mineral product to be taken during pregnancy. It provides important vitamins and minerals necessary during pregnancy and may also help treat/reduce nausea caused by pregnancy.

HOW TO USE: Take this product by mouth usually once daily; or as directed by your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS: No side effects are expected to occur. If side effects occur, notify your doctor promptly. An allergic reaction to this product is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, 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 your medical history, especially of: certain blood disorders (e.g., pernicious anemia), any allergies. This medication is recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: other vitamin products. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.

NOTES: Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., vitamin B12 levels) may be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details. Do not share this medication with others.

MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use 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.

STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.