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prenatal multivitamin
Provides essential vitamins and minerals to support fetal development and maternal health during pregnancy.
Provides essential vitamins and minerals to support fetal development and maternal health during pregnancy. Used for Nutritional supplementation during pregnancy to support fetal development and maternal health, Prevention of neural tube defects and other birth defects.
At a glance
| Generic name | prenatal multivitamin |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | Dr. Sima Hashemipour |
| Drug class | Nutritional supplement / Prenatal vitamin formulation |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Obstetrics / Maternal-Fetal Medicine |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
Prenatal multivitamins deliver micronutrients including folic acid, iron, calcium, and vitamins that are critical for proper fetal neural tube development, bone formation, and prevention of maternal anemia. These nutrients support placental function and reduce the risk of birth defects and adverse pregnancy outcomes.
Approved indications
- Nutritional supplementation during pregnancy to support fetal development and maternal health
- Prevention of neural tube defects and other birth defects
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Gastrointestinal upset
- Metallic taste
Key clinical trials
- Use of Ritual Epost Postnatal Multivitamins During the Postpartum Period (NA)
- Prenatal Study in Healthy Pregnant Women (NA)
- Use of Ritual Prenatal Multivitamins for Pregnancy (NA)
- Randomized Trial: Maternal Vitamin D Supplementation to Prevent Childhood Asthma (VDAART) (PHASE3)
- The Effect of Vitamin D Supplementation in Overweight and Obese Pregnant Women (NA)
- Prenatal Iodine Supplementation and Early Childhood Neurodevelopment (PHASE4)
- The Effect of Vitamin D3 Therapy on Vitamin D Status in Pregnant Women With Vitamin D Deficient and Insufficient (PHASE2, PHASE3)
- Next-generation Effects of Vitamin D Supplementation in Pregnancy
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
Competitive intelligence
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