Let's take a minute to talk about your medication. 

This is a multi-vitamin. You may prefer to take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. Most multi-vitamins contain vitamins and minerals, which are nutrients the body needs. It is important to know that the best way to get vitamins and minerals is by eating healthy foods every day, if possible. 

Most multi-vitamins are available without a prescription. Sometimes, doctors recommend vitamins to patients with certain health conditions. For example, people over age 50 may need vitamin B-12, and women wanting to become pregnant need folic acid. Other people may take them for broader needs, such as those who avoid certain foods, or who have a poor appetite.   

Multi-vitamins are considered safe if taken as recommended. However, you should pay attention to the total amount of vitamin A, iron, and beta-carotene that you get from foods and vitamins. Talk to your doctor about these -- especially if you are a pregnant woman, a smoker, an adult male, or a post-menopausal woman. 

Most multi-vitamins do not interact with medicines, with one important exception. Patients who take medicine to reduce blood clots, like warfarin, Coumadin or others, must talk to their doctors or pharmacists before taking vitamins that contain vitamin K.

For best results with multi-vitamins, ask your doctor or pharmacist to advise which one is best based on your age, gender and other health conditions, especially during pregnancy. Also, always store products that contain iron away from children's reach to avoid a dangerous overdose.