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Medically reviewed by Militian Inessa Mesropovna, PharmD. Last updated on 26.06.2023
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Each capsule contains synthetic retinol concentrate (powder form) 5000 IU, cholecalciferol 1000 IU, thiamine nitrate 10 mg, riboflavin 10 mg, pyridoxine hydrochloride 3 mg, α-tocopheryl acetate 15 mg, nicotinamide 50 mg, ascorbic acid 75 mg, biotin 0.25 mg, cyanocobalamin 15 mcg, folic acid 1.5 mg, calcium pantothenate 50 mg, heavy magnesium oxide 60 mg, manganese sulphate monohydrate 2.5 mg, copper sulphate pentahydrate 3.92 mg, zinc sulphate 27.45 mg, sodium molybdate dihydrate 0.25 mg, sodium borate 0.88 mg, potassium iodate 0.175 mg, sodium selenite 0.11 mg, chromium sulphate 1.377 mg, cobaltous chloride 0.22 mcg, nickel sulphate 13.2 mcg, stannous chloride dihydrate 17.5 mcg, sodium metavanadate 46.42 mcg and calcium hydrogen phosphate 75 mg.
Uvesterol is indicated for the distinct nutritional requirements of patients in need of folate and Vitamin D supplementation as determined by a licensed medical practitioner.
Uvesterol should be administered under the supervision of a licensed medical practitioner.
Uvesterol are a combination of many different vitamins that are normally found in foods and other natural sources.
Uvesterol are used to provide vitamins that are not taken in through the diet. Uvesterol are also used to treat vitamin deficiencies (lack of vitamins) caused by illness, pregnancy, poor nutrition, digestive disorders, and many other conditions.
Uvesterol may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Dosage Forms
Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling. [DSC] = Discontinued product
Capsule,
Oral:
Generic: Folic acid 1 mg, cyanocobalamin 400 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 50 mg
Tablet,
Oral:
Airavite: Folic acid 2.5 mg, cyanocobalamin 1000 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 25 mg
Av-VITE FB: Folic acid 2.5 mg, cyanocobalamin 1000 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 25 mg
CenFol: Folic acid 2.3 mg, cyanocobalamin 2000 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 24.5 mg
Uvesterol: Folic acid 2.2 mg, cyanocobalamin 1000 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 25 mg
Folbee: Folic acid 2.5 mg, cyanocobalamin 1000 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 25 mg [dye free, lactose free, and sugar free]
Folbic: Folic acid 2.5 mg, cyanocobalamin 2000 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 25 mg
Folgard RX: Folic acid 2.2 mg, cyanocobalamin 1000 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 25 mg
Folplex 2.2: Folic acid 2.2 mg, cyanocobalamin 500 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 25 mg
Foltabs 800: Folic acid 0.8 mg, cyanocobalamin 115 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 10 mg [gluten free]
Homocysteine Formula: Folic acid 0.8 mg, cyanocobalamin 100 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 50 mg
Uvesterol: Folic acid 2.5 mg, cyanocobalamin 2000 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 25 mg [DSC]
NuFol: Folic acid 2.5 mg, cyanocobalamin 1000 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 25 mg
Virt-Gard: Folic acid 2.2 mg, cyanocobalamin 1000 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 25 mg
Virt-Vite: Folic acid 2.5 mg, cyanocobalamin 1000 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 25 mg [DSC]
Virt-Vite Forte: Folic acid 2.5 mg, cyanocobalamin 2000 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 25 mg [DSC]
Vita-Respa: Folic acid 2.2 mg, cyanocobalamin 1300 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 25 mg [dye free and sugar free] [DSC]
Generic: Folic acid 0.5 mg, cyanocobalamin 200 mcg, pyridoxine hydrochloride 5 mg; Folic acid 0.8 mg, cyanocobalamin 100 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 50 mg; Folic acid 2.2 mg, cyanocobalamin 500 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 25 mg; Folic acid 2.5 mg, cyanocobalamin 200 mcg, and pyridoxine hydrochloride 25 mg
Dosing: Adult
Dietary supplement:
Oral: One tablet daily
Dosing: Geriatric
Refer to adult dosing.
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What is the most important information I should know about Uvesterol?
Known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of Uvesterol.
Use Uvesterol as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Take Uvesterol by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
- If you are also taking eltrombopag, a quinolone antibiotic (eg, levofloxacin), or a tetracycline antibiotic (eg, doxycycline), ask your doctor how you should take it with Uvesterol.
- If you miss a dose of Uvesterol, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Uvesterol.
There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.This medication is a multivitamin product used to treat or prevent vitamin deficiency due to poor diet, certain illnesses, or during pregnancy. Vitamins are important building blocks of the body and help keep you in good health.
How to use Uvesterol
Take this medication by mouth, usually once daily or as directed. Follow all directions on the product package, or take as directed by your doctor. Do not take more than the recommended dosage. If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Use a medication-measuring device to carefully measure the prescribed dose. Do not use a household spoon. If your liquid is a suspension, shake the bottle well before each dose.
Take this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.
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What other drugs will affect Uvesterol?
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What are the possible side effects of Uvesterol?
Nausea, stomach upset, diarrhea, drowsiness, flushing, and numbness/tingling may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
If your doctor has prescribed this medication, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: mental/mood changes, unusual weakness.
A very serious allergic reaction to this product is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
In the US -
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.