Abbott Similac Prenatal Multivitamin and Mineral Tablet
Brand: Abbott · Form: TABLET [E0155]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Abbott Similac Prenatal Multivitamin and Mineral Tablets provide calcium, a mineral essential for your baby’s bone development and your own neuromuscular health [NIH ODS]. However, you should be aware that high calcium intakes carry specific risks that require careful monitoring.
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block for your baby’s skeleton and a regulator for your body’s systems. It supports bone mineralization and density while also promoting muscle relaxation and proper nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. This dual role makes it critical during pregnancy.
Safety profile
FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories. For calcium specifically, high blood and urine levels can cause poor muscle tone, kidney issues, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and increased risk of heart disease [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce absorption of medications like tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Start with the dose on the product label. To minimize risk, take this supplement with food and separate it from any medications by at least two hours. Data not available on exact calcium content in this specific tablet — check the label for your exact daily intake. Monitor for any signs of constipation or nausea [NIH ODS] [FDA data].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Abbott |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 30.0 Multivitamin and Mineral Tablet(s) |
| Market Status | Off Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide