Prenate Elite is a prescription prenatal vitamin that contains folic acid, which can prevent birth defects. This eMedTV resource offers an overview of Prenate Elite, including information on the benefits of the vitamins, side effects, and dosing tips.
Side effects of Prenate Elite may include headaches, nausea, and gas. This eMedTV page lists other Prenate Elite side effects (including those that require medical care) and explains why it may be difficult to tell what is causing the side effects.
This eMedTV page explains that Prenate Elite is specifically designed for supplementing certain vitamins and minerals that may be lacking in a pregnant woman's diet. This page covers other Prenate Elite uses, such as for women who are breastfeeding.
The recommended Prenate Elite dosage is one tablet once a day. This portion of the eMedTV library offers some general Prenate Elite dosing guidelines, including some suggestions for when and how to take the prenatal vitamins.
Bisphosphonates, certain antibiotics, and thyroid medications may interact with Prenate Elite. This eMedTV segment explains how you can avoid possible Prenate Elite drug interactions and describes the problems these interactions can cause.
Prenate Elite contains folic acid, which can mask certain types of anemia. This eMedTV article discusses other Prenate Elite warnings and precautions you should be aware of before taking the prenatal vitamins, such as potential drug interactions.
If you take too much Prenate Elite, you may develop symptoms of iron poisoning (such as seizures and fever). This eMedTV Web page lists other possible signs of a Prenate Elite overdose and describes the possible treatment options that are available.
It is often recommended for breastfeeding women to take a prenatal vitamin, such as Prenate Elite. This eMedTV page offers an overview on the benefits of taking Prenate Elite and breastfeeding, and covers why these vitamins can help during this time.
Prenate Elite is not available in a generic form. This selection from the eMedTV Web site explains why there are no generic Prenate Elite prenatal vitamins available and discusses what you can do if your pharmacy does not carry Prenate Elite.
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