What is Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride? Uses, warnings & side effects

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • MVC-Fluoride, Polyvitamin with Fluoride, Quflora, Quflora Gummies, Quflora Pediatric Drops, Tri-Vite Drops with Fluoride

Generic Names:

  • Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride

Uses:

  • Multivitamins are given to patients who need more vitamins in their diet. Fluoride helps prevent cavities.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Fluoride Supplement, Vitamin/Fluoride/Iron Combination, Pediatric Formula, Vitamin/Fluoride Combination, Pediatric Formula, Vitamin Combination, Adult Formula, Vitamin Combination

Forms:

  • Chewable Tablet, Liquid

How it’s taken:

  • By mouth

What is Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride used for?

What form(s) does Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride come in?

  • Chewable Tablet

  • Liquid

What are common Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride dosages?

  • Bottle 50ML of 0.25MG/ML

  • Bottle 50ML of 0.5MG/ML

Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride images - What does Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride look like?

  • Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride
    50ml of 0.25mg/ml bottle

  • Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride
    50ml of 0.5mg/ml bottle

  • Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride
    0.5mg tablet chewable

How to take Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride

  • Take this medicine exactly as your doctor ordered.

  • To use the oral liquid, Squeeze the right number of drops directly into the mouth using the dropper. Or you can mix the drops with food or juice.

  • Chew the chewable tablets before swallowing. Take the medicine at bedtime after brushing your teeth.

  • Take this medicine exactly as your doctor ordered.

  • To use the oral liquid, Squeeze the right number of drops directly into the mouth using the dropper. Or you can mix the drops with food or juice.

  • Chew the chewable tablets before swallowing. Take the medicine at bedtime after brushing your teeth.

What to do if you miss a dose of Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride

  • Take the missed dose as soon as possible.

  • Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.

  • You should not use two doses at the same time.

Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride contraindications - Who shouldn't take Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride?

  • You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to fluoride or other vitamins and minerals.

Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride warnings

  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.

  • 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.

  • You should not use this medicine more often or take more of it than your doctor prescribed.

  • Too much fluoride can cause white patches or yellow or brown spots on the teeth. If this happens, stop taking the medicine and call your doctor.

Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride interactions & what to avoid when taking Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride

  • You should not use calcium supplements or eat foods rich in calcium (like milk, cheese, or yogurt) within 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking this medicine.

  • 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.

  • You should not use this medicine more often or take more of it than your doctor prescribed.

  • Too much fluoride can cause white patches or yellow or brown spots on the teeth. If this happens, stop taking the medicine and call your doctor.

Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride side effects - How does Multi-Vitamin/Fluoride make you feel?

Serious Side Effects

  • Severe nausea or vomiting

  • Weakness

  • Painful or aching bones

Less Serious Side Effects

  • White, brown, or black spots on the teeth

  • Constipation

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