Vomiting while pregnant, unable to take pregnancy multivitamins. What can I do?

Hello Ma'am,

Nausea and vomiting are common symptoms in early pregnancy. Fortunately, there are medications to help alleviate these symptoms. I invite you to consult your family pharmacist if you do not already have a treatment for this condition, he will be able to help you better manage your nausea or refer you to the doctor if necessary.

There are also several non-pharmacological means that can help you. I'll name a few of them here:

About your multivitamins , the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada recommends stopping them when a pregnant woman is experiencing nausea and vomiting, as they often contain iron which can make these conditions worse. Folic acid alone is adequate in this case. When your nausea and vomiting have decreased or stopped, you can resume the multivitamin, preferably during a meal or at bedtime to promote better tolerance. For more information on managing your nausea and vomiting, I suggest you visit the following link here.

So it is important in your case to maintain a healthy, balanced diet and stay well hydrated.

If you notice weight loss, signs of dehydration (dry lips, dark urine), or if your nausea and vomiting are intense and incapacitating, I encourage you to see your doctor.

I hope I have adequately answered your question!

Happy day,

Kenza Rais, Pharmacy Intern.

supervised by Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist

Hello Ma'am,

I am sorry for your discomfort with this vomiting and hope that this effect will lessen as time goes on and the pregnancy progresses.

As for multivitamins, you can wait until your symptoms resolve and take only the folic acid, which is the most important element for the purpose of preventing birth defects.

I hope my answers have helped you!

Happy day!

Kenza Rais, Pharmacy Intern.

supervised by Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist