Metagenics Femme Essentials Multivitamin and Mineral (60 Tabs)
Summary
- A comprehensive blend of B vitamins with other mineral and nutritional ingredients including antioxidants
- Also incorporates broccoli sprout powder extract
- In females, may help to
- Support blood and heart health
- Support brain and cognitive function
- Support muscle function and bone health
- Support healthy reproductive hormones and relieve symptoms of premenstrual tension
- Free from dairy protein, lactose, eggs, gluten, wheat, nuts and soy protein (contains soy oil)
- Free from artificial colours, flavours and preservatives
Dosage
- 1 tablet daily with a meal
Warnings
Contains soy
- Not to be taken by children under 2 years
- Contains 45 mg of potassium per tablet
- Dietary supplements should not replace a balanced diet
- Contains zinc which may be dangerous if taken in large amounts or for a long period
- The recommended daily amount of vitamin A from all sources is 700 µg retinol equivalents for women and 900 µg equivalents for men
- If you are pregnant or considering becoming pregnant, do not take vitamin A supplements without consulting your healthcare practitioner or pharmacist
- When taken in excess of 3000 µg retinol equivalents, vitamin A can cause birth defects
- Do not take while on warfarin therapy without medical advice
- Contains vitamin B6; stop taking this medication if you experience tingling, burning or numbness and see your healthcare practitioner as soon as possible
- If you have had a baby with neural tube defect/spina bifida, seek specific medical advice
- Contains potassium; if you have kidney disease or are taking heart or blood pressure medicines, consult your health professional before use
- Not for the treatment of iron deficiency conditions
- Contains iodine; caution in concurrent use with thyroid medication
- Contains selenium which is toxic in high doses; a daily dose of 150 µg for adults of selenium from dietary supplements should not be exceeded
