Ketovite liquid

How does it work?

This medicine contains vitamins A, D and B12. Vitamins are complex chemicals that are required for a variety of body functions. The body cannot manufacture these chemicals itself and has to obtain them from the diet. Most are required in extremely small amounts. A balanced diet, that includes different types of food, is likely to provide adequate amounts of vitamins. Inadequate intake of any vitamins over an extended period can lead to symptoms of deficiency. The type of symptoms depends on the vitamin concerned. Certain people are at risk of vitamin deficiency; these include pregnant or nursing women, infants and young children and the elderly who may not be eating a varied diet. In addition, strict vegetarians or patients taking lipid-lowering medicines may require additional vitamins. For complete vitamin supplementation Ketovite tablets should be used in conjunction with Ketovite liquid. Ketovite liquid is sugar free.

What is it used for?

Deficiency in the diet of something essential for the body

Prevention of vitamin deficiency in metabolic disorders such as galactosaemia, disaccharide intolerance, phenylketonuria.

Warning!

Do not exceed the recommended dose of this medicine, which will be stated in the product packaging or information leaflet supplied with the medicine.

Use with caution in

Pregnancy

Not to be used in

High levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcaemia)

Known sensitivity or allergy to any ingredient

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

This medicine should not be used in pregnancy unless considered essential by your doctor. It should be avoided in the first trimester. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

This medicine should be used with caution by breastfeeding mothers, and only if the expected benefit to the mother is greater than any possible risk to the baby. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

How can this medicine affect other medicines?

The absorption of some of the vitamins in this medicine may be reduced when taken together with the following medicines: neomycin cholestyramine liquid paraffin aminoglycoside antibiotics aminosalicylic acid anticonvulsants biguanide antidiabetic medicines (e.g. metformin) cimetidine chloramphenicol colchicine potassium salts methyldopa Blood concentrations of vitamin B12 may be reduced when taken together with the oral contraceptive.

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