Dialyvite

Renal multivitamins like Dialyvite are specifically used for people with long-term kidney problems. These people typically require a special diet and can't usually get the right amount of vitamins and minerals from food alone. Additionally, people receiving dialysis might need these types of multivitamins because dialysis removes certain vitamins. Dialyvite and other renal multivitamins shouldn't be used in people who don't have long-term kidney problems.

There are several brand names of renal multivitamins, such as Dialyvite 3000, Dialyvite 5000, NephPlex Rx, and Reno Caps. They differ in the amount and type of each vitamin(s) or mineral(s) they contain. Some renal multivitamins like Dialyvite Supreme D can contain vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). Different renal multivitamins can also come as a tablet, capsule, or softgel. Your provider will pick the brand that's best for you.

Not usually. Over-the-counter multivitamins might have larger amounts of certain vitamins and minerals than your kidneys can handle. Since your kidneys aren't working well, they might not be able to remove extra nutrients from your body. Having too much vitamins and minerals in your body can be dangerous. On the other hand, over-the-counter multivitamins might not have enough of other vitamins and minerals your body needs. This is especially true if you're on a special diet or on dialysis, and your body is missing certain nutrients. Prescription renal multivitamins like Dialyvite help make sure you're getting the right amount of vitamins and minerals that you need.

No, don't give renal multivitamins like Dialyvite to a child younger than 18 years old unless their provider specifically said it's okay to do so. Renal multivitamins are only for people with long-term kidney problems. If your child needs general supplementation or has kidney problems, ask your child's provider about a diet plan or available multivitamin(s) that's appropriate for them.