About Materna Tablets
Prenatal multivitamin and mineral supplement
Used for
- Supports nutritional needs before, during, and after pregnancy
- Helps prevent vitamin and mineral deficiencies
- Provides folic acid for early fetal development
Usual adult dose
Usually one tablet daily with food; follow the formulation’s label.
Common side effects
- Nausea or stomach discomfort
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Dark stools from iron
Important warnings
- Iron overdose can be fatal, especially in children
- Avoid combining with other prenatal supplements
- Excess preformed vitamin A can harm fetal development
- Some formulations contain iodine; caution with thyroid disorders
Pregnancy
Intended for pregnancy when used at the labeled dose; ingredients and amounts differ between formulations.
Breastfeeding
Generally suitable at the labeled dose during breastfeeding; formulations vary.
Interactions
- Iron and calcium reduce levothyroxine absorption; separate by four hours
- Minerals reduce absorption of tetracycline and quinolone antibiotics
- Minerals reduce absorption of oral bisphosphonates
- Vitamin K, if present, can affect warfarin
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.