OPTI-ZINC

Drug Name: OPTI-ZINC

OPTI-ZINC DESCRIPTION:
MULTIVITAMINS (INCLUDES PRENATAL VITAMINS) - ORAL

COMMON OPTI-ZINC BRAND NAME(S):
Allbee C, Bacmin, Centrum, Materna, One-A-Day, Stresstabs, Surbex-T, Theragran

OPTI-ZINC SIDE EFFECTS:
OPTI-ZINC may cause mild nausea or unpleasant taste. Consult your doctor if any of these effects persist or become severe. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE OPTI-ZINC:
OPTI-ZINC: Take as directed. Food may affect the absorption of certain vitamin products. However, some vitamin products may be best taken with food. Consult your pharmacist.

OPTI-ZINC WARNING:
Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6 years of age. Keep this product out of reach of children. If an accidental overdose does occur, seek immediate medical attention or call a poison control center.

OPTI-ZINC USES:
Vitamins are the building blocks of the body. They are used to prevent or treat a vitamin deficiency due to poor nutrition, certain illnesses or during pregnancy.

OPTI-ZINC PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of certain blood disorders (e.g., megaloblastic anemia, vitamin B12 deficiency).

OPTI-ZINC DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

OPTI-ZINC OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include unconsciousness, paleness, weak-rapid heartbeat, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, or green diarrhea/tarry stools.

OPTI-ZINC NOTES:
There are many vitamin supplement products available. Some can be purchased without a prescription. Consult your doctor or pharmacist on the choice of a product best for you.

MISSED OPTI-ZINC DOSE:
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose. Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

OPTI-ZINC STORAGE:
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.