Children's Multivitamin With Fluoride |
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Basic Information
Brand names:
Multiple Vitamins/Fluorides
Adefor(R)
Cari-Tab(R)
Mulvidren-F(R)
Poly-Vi-Flor(R)
Tri-Vi-Flor(R)
Vi-Daylin/F(R)
Vi-Penta F(R)
Available from natural sources? No
Available from synthetic sources? Yes
Prescription required? Yes
Fat-soluble or water-soluble: Fat-soluble and water-soluble
NATURAL SOURCES
These are all manufactured products.
REASONS TO USE
Prevents vitamin deficiency of essential fat-soluble and
water-soluble vitamins when the daily diet doesn't include
enough of these vitamins needed for good health.
Prevents dental caries in children who live in areas where
naturally occurring fluoride in drinking water is inadequate.
UNPROVED SPECULATED BENEFITS
Prevents dental caries in adults.
Prevents dental plaque bacteria from causing damage to normal
teeth.
WHO NEEDS ADDITIONAL AMOUNTS?
Anyone with inadequate caloric or nutritional dietary intake
or increased nutritional requirements.
DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS
Frequent dental caries (cavities in teeth)
Failure to grow and develop normally
UNPROVED SPECULATED SYMPTOMS
Dental plaque in adolescents and adults
LAB TESTS TO DETECT DEFICIENCY
None readily available to test for multiple-vitamin
deficiency.
Dental X-rays detect dental caries and suggest fluoride
deficiency.
DOSAGE AND USAGE INFORMATION
Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA):
No RDA has been established for multiple vitamins. See
individual vitamin charts for recommendations for vitamins A, D,
C.
What this vitamin does:
Fluoride becomes incorporated into bone and teeth, promotes
remineralization of decalcified enamel and MAY interfere with
growth and development of bacteria that cause dental plaque.
Miscellaneous information:
Fluorides dissolve easily and can be absorbed easily from the
stomach and intestines.
Fluoride applications to teeth and fluoride toothpaste and
mouthwash also help prevent caries.
Available as:
Oral solution: Dilute in at least 1/2 glass water or other
liquid. Take after brushing teeth immediately before bedtime.
Chewable tablets: Chew well before swallowing. Take after
brushing teeth immediately before bedtime.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Don't take if you:
Are allergic to vitamins A, D, C or fluoride.
Have evidence of dental fluorosis (dark brown stains on
teeth).
Consult your doctor if you have:
Ever lived in an area where fluoride in drinking water is
excessive.
Hypothyroidism.
Over age 55:
Probably not useful.
Pregnancy:
Take only under medical supervision.
Breast-feeding:
Take only under medical supervision.
Effect on lab tests:
Falsely decreases serum acid phosphatase
Falsely increases SGOT (serum aspartate aminotransferase)
Falsely decreases PBI (protein-bound iodine)
Decreases serum calcium
Storage:
Store in cool, dry place away from direct light, but don't
freeze.
Store safely out of reach of children.
Don't store in bathroom medicine cabinet. Heat and moisture
may change action of combination.
OVERDOSE/TOXICITY
Signs and symptoms:
Black, tarry stools, bloody vomit, diarrhea, drowsiness,
shallow breathing, abdominal cramping, pain, increased
salivation
What to do:
For symptoms of overdosage: Discontinue vitamin, and consult
doctor. Also see ADVERSE REACTIONS OR SIDE EFFECTS section
below.
For accidental overdosage (such as child taking entire
bottle): Dial 911 (emergency), 0 for operator or your nearest
Poison Control Center.
ADVERSE REACTIONS OR SIDE EFFECTS
| Reaction or effect |
What to do |
| Aching pain in bones |
Discontinue. Call doctor immediately. |
| Appetite loss |
Discontinue. Call doctor when |
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convenient. |
| Joint stiffness |
Discontinue. Call doctor when |
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convenient. |
| Mouth sores |
Discontinue. Call doctor immediately. |
| Skin rash |
Discontinue. Call doctor immediately. |
| Weight loss, large |
Discontinue. Call doctor immediately. |
| White, brown or black mottled |
Discontinue. Call doctor when |
| discoloration of teeth |
convenient. |
INTERACTION WITH MEDICINE, VITAMINS OR MINERALS
| Interacts with |
Combined effect |
| Anti-coagulants |
Increases bleeding. |
| Aluminum hydroxide |
Decreases absorption of |
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vitamins and fluoride. |
| Iron supplements |
Decreases effect of iron. |
| Other vitamin-D preparations |
Increases possibility of |
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toxic effects of vitamin D. |
INTERACTION WITH OTHER SUBSTANCES
Milk and milk products may decrease absorption of
fluoride. Take fluoride at least 2 hours before or after
drinking milk.
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