Pharmaton Vital film tabl glass bottle 90 pcs

Pharmaton Vital tablets is a combination preparation with ginseng extract G115, vitamins, minerals and trace elements.

The ginseng extract G115 used is made from the roots of real ginseng (Panax ginseng CA Meyer) and has a consistent active ingredient content.

The 11 vitamins, 2 minerals and 5 trace elements contained in Pharmaton Vital tablets are essential substances that the body generally cannot produce itself. Their dosage is adapted to the daily needs of the human body.

Pharmaton Vital tablets serve as a strengthening agent in the event of physical weakness, exhaustion and tiredness. It strengthens the general resistance.

Pharmaton Vital tablets also have a stimulating effect on mental performance, e.g. when concentration is declining and attention is limited.

The preparation can also be used to compensate for an insufficient supply of vitamins, minerals and trace elements and in convalescence after illness.

Swissmedic-approved patient information

What are Pharmaton Vital tablets and when are they used?

Pharmaton Vital tablets is a combination preparation with ginseng extract G115, vitamins, minerals and trace elements.

The ginseng extract G115 used is made from the roots of real ginseng (Panax ginseng CA Meyer) and has a consistent active ingredient content.

The 11 vitamins, 2 minerals and 5 trace elements contained in Pharmaton Vital tablets are essential substances that the body generally cannot produce itself. Their dosage is adapted to the daily needs of the human body.

Pharmaton Vital tablets serve as a strengthening agent in the event of physical weakness, exhaustion and tiredness. It strengthens the general resistance.

Pharmaton Vital tablets also have a stimulating effect on mental performance, e.g. when concentration is declining and attention is limited.

The preparation can also be used to compensate for an insufficient supply of vitamins, minerals and trace elements and in convalescence after illness.

What should be considered?

The most important measure to prevent deficiency symptoms is an adequate and varied diet.

When must Pharmaton Vital tablets not be used?

Pharmaton Vital tablets must not be taken:

• if there are calcium metabolism disorders such as increased calcium blood levels or increased calcium excretion in the urine;
• if the body is oversupplied with vitamin D;
• when taking other medicines Preparations containing vitamin D;
• in the case of kidney dysfunction;
• in the case of hypersensitivity to one of the ingredients;
• in the case of fructose intolerance;
• in case of galactose intolerance.

When is caution required when taking Pharmaton Vital tablets?

Except under medical supervision, Pharmaton Vital tablets should not to be taken for a long time in a dosage exceeding the recommendations.

If ginseng is taken at the same time as medicines that inhibit blood clotting (so-called anticoagulants, especially coumarins), their effect can be weakened.

Note for diabetics: ginseng can lower blood sugar levels.

During treatment with certain antibiotics (e.g. active ingredient doxycycline), no iron-containing preparations such as Pharmaton Vital tablets should be taken.

Pharmaton Vital tablets contain vitamin B₆. This substance can reduce the effect of L-Dopa in the treatment of Parkinson's disease. In patients who are treated with L-Dopa, the use of Pharmaton Vital tablets is therefore only indicated if there is a strict indication and under medical supervision.

Pharmaton Vital tablets contain 4.8 mg β-carotene per tablet. In clinical studies with heavy smokers (20 or more cigarettes per day), they showed an increased risk of lung cancer if they took 20 mg β-carotene over a longer period of time.

Pharmaton Vital contains 150 µg biotin per tablet. If you are scheduled to have laboratory tests, you must tell your doctor or laboratory staff that you have recently taken Pharmaton Vital, as biotin may affect the results of these tests. Depending on the test method, biotin can cause falsely elevated or falsely reduced results. Your doctor may ask you to stop taking Pharmaton Vital before laboratory tests are carried out. Please note that other products such as multivitamin preparations or dietary supplements for hair, skin or nails also contain biotin and can therefore falsify the results of laboratory tests. Please tell your doctor or laboratory staff if you are taking such products.

The effect on human fertility has not been studied.

Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist,

Pharmacist or druggist if you:

• suffer from another illness,
• have allergies or
• take other medicines (including those you bought yourself!) or use them externally.

Can Pharmaton Vital tablets be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

Based on previous experience, there is no known risk for the child when used as directed. However, systematic scientific investigations have never been carried out. As a precaution, you should avoid taking medicines during pregnancy and breastfeeding or ask your doctor, pharmacist or druggist for advice.

How do you use Pharmaton Vital tablets?

Adults: In general, 1 film-coated tablet daily, preferably at breakfast, with some liquid.

In general, the film-coated tablets are easy to swallow due to the film coating.

Pharmaton Vital tablets are not intended for children and adolescents.

Stick to the dosage given in the package leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Pharmaton Vital tablets have?

The following side effects have occurred when taking or using Pharmaton Vital tablets:

Psychiatric disorders:

Unknown: Insomnia

nervous system disorders:

uncommon: headache and dizziness

Gastrointestinal disorders:

Uncommon: Nausea, stomach pain, vomiting and diarrhea

Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders:

Uncommon: Allergic skin reactions (skin reddening, itching)

Prolonged intake of excessive amounts (equivalent to 10 Pharmaton Vital tablets daily for vitamin D) can cause symptoms of chronic poisoning such as vomiting, headaches, drowsiness and diarrhea.

If you notice side effects that are not described here, you should inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What else needs to be considered?

Pharmaton Vital tablets contain 27 mg lactose, 1 mg sucrose and 2 mg glucose.

Store Pharmaton Vital tablets at room temperature (15-25°C) in the original packaging and glass bottle or carton.

The glass bottle with the tablets must be protected from light and moisture.

Keep out of the reach of children.

The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container.

Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed information for specialists.

What does Pharmaton Vital tablets contain?

1 film-coated tablet contains:

Active ingredients:

β-carotene

4.8 mg

Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D₃)

200 IU

dl-α-tocopheryl acetate 14.9 mg – equivalent to (vitamin E)

10.0 mg

Thiamine nitrate (vitamin B₁)

1.4 mg

Riboflavin (vitamin B₂)

1.6 mg

Pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B₆)

2.0mg

Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B₁₂)

1.0 mcg

Folic acid

0.2mg

Biotin

150.0 mcg

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C)

60.0 mg

Nicotinamide (Vitamin PP)

18.0 mg

Calcium

100.0 mg

Iron

10.0 mg

Copper

2.0mg

Manganese

2.5mg

Magnesium

40.0 mg

Zinc

1.0mg

Selenium

50.0 mcg

Standardized ginseng extract G 115(from roots of Panax​ ginseng C.A. Meyer)

40.0 mg

Excipients: Dyes: titanium dioxide (E 171) and iron oxides (E 172); excip. per film-coated tablet.

Approval number

54967 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Pharmaton Vital tablets? What packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores without a doctor's prescription.

Blisters of 30, 60 and 90 tablets (currently not commercially available).

Glass bottle of 90 tablets.

Authorization holder

Opella Healthcare Switzerland AG, Risch.

This leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in January 2020.