B Activ Side Effects

Generic name: multivitamin

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 27, 2024.

Note: This document provides detailed information about B Activ Side Effects associated with multivitamin. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name B Activ.

Applies to multivitamin: oral capsule, oral liquid, oral tablet, oral tablet disintegrating.

Other dosage forms:

• injection injectable, injection solution, oral capsule, oral elixir, oral liquid, oral tablet, sublingual liquid
• oral elixir, oral tablet, oral tablet extended release
• oral capsule, oral tablet
• oral tablet
• oral liquid, oral solution, oral tablet chewable
• oral capsule

Important warnings This medicine can cause some serious health issues

If your product has iron in it:

• Accidental overdose of drugs that have iron in them is a leading cause of deadly poisoning in children younger than 6 years of age.

  Keep away from children.

  If this drug is taken by accident, call a doctor or poison control center right away.

Serious side effects of B Activ

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

All products:

• Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.

If your product has iron in it:

• Black, tarry, or bloody stools.
• Fever.
• Very upset stomach or throwing up.
• Very bad belly pain.
• Throwing up blood or throw up that looks like coffee grounds.
• Stomach cramps.

Other side effects of B Activ

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

All products:

• Upset stomach or throwing up.

If your product has iron in it:

• Constipation.
• Change in color of stool to green.
• Diarrhea.
• Belly pain.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Frequently asked questions

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Further information

B Activ side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.

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