Prenate Elite Warnings and Precautions

Prior to taking Prenate Elite, you should tell your healthcare provider if you have anemia or any allergies. Prenate Elite contains folic acid, which can mask certain types of anemia. Prenate Elite warnings and precautions also include potential drug interactions and the risk of allergic reactions. Make sure your healthcare provider is aware of any other medications you are taking (including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements).

Prenate Elite: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking Prenate Elite® if you have:
 
  • Anemia
  • Any allergies, including allergies to food, dyes, or preservatives.
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Also, make sure to tell your healthcare provider about any other medicines you are taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
 

Specific Precautions and Warnings for Prenate Elite

Some of the warnings and precautions to be aware of prior to taking Prenate Elite include the following:
 
 
  • Prenate Elite can potentially interact with a few other medications (see Prenate Elite Drug Interactions).
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  • Prenate Elite contains folic acid, which can mask certain types of anemia. This means that if you take enough folic acid, certain types of anemia may not show up on blood tests. However, this does not apply to all types of anemia. If you have anemia, check with your healthcare provider before taking Prenate Elite.
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  • Prenate Elite is usually considered safe for women who are breastfeeding (see Prenate Elite and Breastfeeding). In fact, many healthcare providers recommend that pregnant women take prenatal vitamins.
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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