What is Flintstones Plus Extra C? Uses, warnings & side effects

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Oct 8, 2022

Flintstones Plus Extra C overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Ace + Z, Aces, Aces Plus Zinc, Advanced Calcium Formula, Advanced Stress Formula Plus Zinc, Airborne, Airborne Kids, AquADEKs, Azesco, Basic's Women's Multivitamin Health Formula, Calcet Citrate Creamy Bites, Calcium Plus, Caltrate Plus, Cardi-Rite, Bugs Bunny Complete

Generic Names:

  • Multivitamin Childrens

Uses:

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

Therapeutic Classes:

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

Forms:

  • Tablet, Chewable Tablet, Liquid, Long Acting Tablet, Liquid Filled Capsule, Spray, Packet, Capsule

How it’s taken:

  • By mouth

What is Flintstones Plus Extra C used for?

What form(s) does Flintstones Plus Extra C come in?

  • Tablet

  • Chewable Tablet

  • Liquid

  • Long Acting Tablet

  • Liquid Filled Capsule

  • Spray

  • Packet

  • Capsule

What are common Flintstones Plus Extra C dosages?

  • Bottle 60 tablets chewable

Flintstones Plus Extra C images - What does Flintstones Plus Extra C look like?

  • Flintstones Plus Extra C
    60 tablets chewable bottle

How to take Flintstones Plus Extra C

  • 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.

What to do if you miss a dose of Flintstones Plus Extra C

  • 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.

Flintstones Plus Extra C contraindications - Who shouldn't take Flintstones Plus Extra C?

  • 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).

Flintstones Plus Extra C warnings

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Flintstones Plus Extra C interactions & what to avoid when taking Flintstones Plus Extra C

  • 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.

Flintstones Plus Extra C side effects - How does Flintstones Plus Extra C make you feel?

Serious Side Effects

  • Tiredness

  • Loss of appetite, indigestion, or nausea

  • Staining of teeth

  • Constipation or diarrhea

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Tiredness

  • Constipation or diarrhea

  • Loss of appetite, indigestion, or nausea

  • Staining of teeth