Can I take vitamins D and B12 if I am already taking Materna?

Question

Hello, I was taking 1000 mcg of B12, 300mg of magnesium and 1000 IU of vitamin D3 daily (for digestion, mood and fatigue). Since then, (2 1/2 weeks) I have noticed that I am much more tired and feel constantly bloated (constipated). I know that the iron in materna can cause constipation. I have started taking 150mg of magnesium every night at bedtime for the past week, which helps a lot with my digestive situation but the fatigue and bloating still remains. Hello! Thank you for your answer! i take materna at lunch or dinner, with food yes. I tried to take it once on its own and I felt nauseous. I don't have a deficiency proven by a health check-up, my doctor recommended B12 because after being very sick, I had a lot of difficulty with my concentration and energy. As for magnesium, it was a naturopath who recommended that I take it following an evaluation for a food plan

Naji-tom Samaha · Accepted Answer

Hello Mrs., thank you for your question! Usually Materna contains enough supplements. However, it is recommended that you take 1000 IU of vitamin D per day. You could supplement what is in Materna, if you wish. Vitamin B12 is only required if you have a deficiency, and the same goes for magnesium. You can take it, but it is not strictly necessary unless you have a deficiency For bloating, do you take Materna with food? At what time of the day? Thanks for the feedback! I don't see any problems with taking all these supplements at the same time. Sincerely Tom Samaha, pharmacist