M-Natal Plus
M-Natal Plus is a prenatal vitamin that's taken before, during, and after pregnancy. It provides nutrients to support a healthy pregnancy and growing baby. M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) is taken by mouth once daily with a meal, or as directed by a provider. Side effects of M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) can include nausea or constipation and are typically caused by the iron component.
What is M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin)?
What is M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) used for?
How M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) works
M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) is a dietary supplement. It contains multiple vitamins and supplements that help support nutritional needs in females before, during, and after pregnancy.
Drug facts
| Common Brands | M-Natal Plus |
|---|---|
| Drug Class | Dietary supplement |
| Controlled Substance Classification | Not a controlled medication |
| Generic Status | No lower-cost generic available |
| Availability | Prescription only |
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Side effects of M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin)
The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Bloating
- Gas
Please note: These side effects are typically caused by the iron in M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin).
The following M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) side effects have also been reported
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
- Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
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Pros and cons of M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin)
Pros
- Typically only taken once a day
- Conveniently combines many different ingredients together
Cons
- Only available with a prescription
- Can cause stomach upset and nausea
Pharmacist tips for M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin)
- Take your M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) dose with a meal. If you're pregnant and are having a lot of nausea with M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin), talk with your provider because they may recommend a different strategy for you (e.g., taking it with different types of food to lessen stomach upset).
- In addition to eating healthy, a prenatal vitamin can help supply all of the nutrition you need to support you and your baby during pregnancy. But everyone has different nutritional needs, so talk with your provider to make sure M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) is the right choice for you.
- Don't take other vitamins or supplements while you're taking a prenatal vitamin without checking with your provider first. Many of the ingredients found in M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) are also in other prescription and over-the-counter products. Taking too much of certain ingredients (e.g., vitamin A) can lead to side effects and harm to your baby.
- Ask your provider if you need to continue taking M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) after you give birth. You might not need to continue this supplement, especially if you're already getting enough nutrients through foods.
- Store M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) at room temperature and away from children. If your child accidentally took M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin), get medical help or call the Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222 right away.
Risks and warnings for M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin)
M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) can cause some serious health issues. This risk may be even higher for certain groups. If this worries you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other options.
Iron overdose
M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) contains iron, which is also in many over-the-counter products. Taking too much iron can lead to serious side effects, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and tears in your gut. Tell your provider or pharmacist all the medications and supplements you're taking so they can make sure you aren't taking too much iron.
Also, keep this medication out of reach of children. Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of death from poisoning in children. If you think a child accidentally took a M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) product that contains iron, get medical help or call a Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222 right away.
Potential to hide anemia due to low vitamin B12
M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) contains folic acid. Taking folic acid can sometimes hide signs of a condition called pernicious anemia, which is a type of anemia due to low vitamin B12 levels. If you have a history of low vitamin B12 levels, let your healthcare provider know.
M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) dosage
Tablet| Dosage | Quantity | Price as low as | Price per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4000iu/120mg/400iu | 90 tablets | $23.42 | $0.26 |
Typical dosage for M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin)
- The typical dose is to take one tablet by mouth daily with a meal.
How much does M-Natal Plus (prenatal vitamin) cost?
$23.42
