What is Complex B-50 Prolonged Release? Uses, warnings & side effects

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Complex B-50 Prolonged Release overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Ace + Z, Aces, Aces Plus Zinc, Actical, Advanced Stress Formula Plus Zinc, Airborne, Allergy Formula, Antioxidant Formula, Apetigen Plus, AzesChew, B-50 Complex, Beelith, Bone Density Formula, BP FoliNatal Plus B, BP MultiNatal Plus

Generic Names:

  • Complex B-50 Prolonged Release

Uses:

  • Multivitamins with minerals are given to people who need more vitamins and minerals in their diet.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Antiacne, Antidote, Calcium Supplement, Nutritive Agent, Vitamin/Mineral/Iron Combination, Adult Formula, Vitamin/Mineral/Nutriceutical Combination, Adult Formula, Vitamin/Mineral Combination, Adult Formula, Vitamin Combination

Forms:

  • Tablet, Long Acting Capsule, Capsule, Liquid, Chewable Tablet, Wafer, Powder, Liquid Filled Capsule, Long Acting Tablet

How it’s taken:

  • By mouth

What is Complex B-50 Prolonged Release used for?

What form(s) does Complex B-50 Prolonged Release come in?

  • Tablet

  • Long Acting Capsule

  • Capsule

  • Liquid

  • Chewable Tablet

  • Wafer

  • Powder

  • Liquid Filled Capsule

  • Long Acting Tablet

What are common Complex B-50 Prolonged Release dosages?

  • Bottle 60 Tablets Extended Release

How to take Complex B-50 Prolonged Release

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

  • Swallow the capsule or tablet whole, unless the directions say you can break, crush, or chew the vitamin. Some tablets have a special coating and should not be chewed. Chewable tablets should be chewed thoroughly before swallowing.

  • Measure the oral liquid vitamins with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, medicine dropper, or medicine cup. You may mix the liquid with food.

  • For spray vitamins: Spray the liquid directly into your mouth, on the inside of your cheek. Wait 30 seconds before swallowing.

  • Measure the oral liquid vitamins with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, medicine dropper, or medicine cup. You may mix the liquid with food.

  • For spray vitamins: Spray the liquid directly into your mouth, on the inside of your cheek. Wait 30 seconds before swallowing.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

  • Swallow the capsule or tablet whole, unless the directions say you can break, crush, or chew the vitamin. Some tablets have a special coating and should not be chewed. Chewable tablets should be chewed thoroughly before swallowing.

What to do if you miss a dose of Complex B-50 Prolonged Release

  • If a dose is missed, you can take it when you remember.

  • It is generally not harmful if you miss a dose of a multivitamin.

  • Keep all medicine away from children.

Complex B-50 Prolonged Release contraindications - Who shouldn't take Complex B-50 Prolonged Release?

  • You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to a vitamin, multivitamin, or any mineral (such as fluoride, calcium, iron, zinc, and others).

Complex B-50 Prolonged Release warnings

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you have kidney disease. You should not use certain brands of this medicine if you have kidney disease or are on dialysis, because they may harm your kidneys. Ask your caregiver what brands are best for you.

  • This medicine might contain phenylalanine (aspartame). This is only a concern if you have a disorder called phenylketonuria (a problem with amino acids). Talk to your doctor before using this medicine.

  • You should not use more of this medicine than your doctor has ordered or more than the label on the bottle recommends. Certain vitamins can build up in the body and may cause harm.

  • If you are pregnant or breast feeding, check with your doctor. It is very important during this time to take the right vitamins in the right amounts.

  • Vitamin supplements can sometimes make the stool darker and the urine dark yellow. This is normal.

Complex B-50 Prolonged Release interactions & what to avoid when taking Complex B-50 Prolonged Release

  • If you are pregnant or breast feeding, check with your doctor. It is very important during this time to take the right vitamins in the right amounts.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you have kidney disease. You should not use certain brands of this medicine if you have kidney disease or are on dialysis, because they may harm your kidneys. Ask your caregiver what brands are best for you.

  • This medicine might contain phenylalanine (aspartame). This is only a concern if you have a disorder called phenylketonuria (a problem with amino acids). Talk to your doctor before using this medicine.

  • You should not use more of this medicine than your doctor has ordered or more than the label on the bottle recommends. Certain vitamins can build up in the body and may cause harm.

  • Vitamin supplements can sometimes make the stool darker and the urine dark yellow. This is normal.

Complex B-50 Prolonged Release side effects - How does Complex B-50 Prolonged Release make you feel?

Serious Side Effects

  • Constipation or diarrhea

  • Loss of appetite, indigestion, or nausea

  • Staining of teeth

  • Tiredness

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Loss of appetite, indigestion, or nausea

  • Staining of teeth

  • Constipation or diarrhea

  • Tiredness

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