Drug

General Action Vitamins and Minerals

Mechanism Of Action A coenzyme that stimulate metabolic function and is needed for cell replication, hematopoiesis, and nucleo protein and myelin synthesis.

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Contraindications

Side Effects

Nursing Intervention INDEPENDENT:

Generic Name: Vitamin B Complex

Vitamin B complex deficiency (prophilaxis and treatment) Indicated also too elderly patients to improve their disease; concurrent with broad spectrum antibiotics after surgery.

Brand Name: Surbex

Contraindicated with hypersensitivity to Vit. B1, Vit. B2, Vit. B3 or any component of the formulation. Active peptic ulcer Severe hypotension

Headache Paresthesia Blurred vision Rashes Wheezing Diarrhea Flatulence Nausea and vomiting Irritation Agitation Slightly drop of blood pressure.

Monitor vital signs Give the drug with meals. Administer liquid preparations in water or juice to mask the taste and prevent staining of teeth. Warn the patient that stool may be dark or green

Order : Give 1 cap. OD