Maxivit 25 vs MaxiVit Plus vs Maxivit Chewies: Which Multivitamin?
Maxivit 25 is one multivitamin and mineral capsule a day for adults. MaxiVit Plus is the same multivitamin capsule plus a fish oil capsule and a lecithin capsule in one daily sachet. Maxivit Chewies are sour-apple chewable tablets for children from 2 years.
Side by side
| Maxivit 25 | MaxiVit Plus | Maxivit Chewies | |
|---|---|---|---|
| For | Adults 18 and older | Adults 18 and older | Children from 2 years; adults |
| Daily dose | 1 capsule with a meal and half a glass of water | 1 sachet (3 capsules) with a meal and half a glass of water | 2 to 8 years: 1 tablet; 9 years and older: 1 to 2; adults: 2 |
| What is inside | Multivitamin and mineral capsule | The same multivitamin capsule, plus marine fish oil 1000 mg (DHA 120 mg) and lecithin 1000 mg | Chewable multivitamin tablet, sour-apple flavour, no aspartame or saccharin |
| Pack | 30 capsules (1 month) | 28 sachets (4 weeks) | 1 box (1 month) |
| Price | From R135 | From R319 | From R129 |
| Note | Contains soya lecithin; no sugar | Contains fish oil, soya lecithin and bovine gelatine; not for people allergic to fish | Sugar-free |
What is in the multivitamin capsule
Maxivit 25 and MaxiVit Plus share the same multivitamin and mineral capsule. Each contains vitamin A 2666 IU, vitamin B1 3 mg, B2 2 mg, B3 20 mg, B5 5 mg, B6 8 mg, B12 2 µg, vitamin C 40 mg, vitamin D3 120 IU, vitamin E 20 mg, biotin 5 µg, folic acid 500 µg, calcium 20 mg, iron 12 mg, zinc 4 mg, selenium 50 µg, iodine 140 µg, copper 200 µg, magnesium 500 µg, manganese 5 µg, phosphorus 15 mg, potassium 500 µg, choline 5 mg and inositol 1 mg.
Which one to choose
- Maxivit 25 if you want one capsule a day to top up a healthy diet. Its package insert says it can assist in maintaining a healthy body and boosting vitality.
- MaxiVit Plus if you also want omega-3 fish oil and lecithin. Its package insert says it assists in maintaining a healthy body and may be able to improve brain function, along with assisting in fighting fatigue and improving focus and alertness.
- Maxivit Chewies for children, or anyone who cannot swallow capsules. Its package insert describes it as a health supplement to promote health and general well-being, especially in children.
- Pregnant, breastfeeding or planning a pregnancy? Speak to your doctor first: too much vitamin A can harm a baby. Maxipreg is formulated for before, during and after pregnancy. See choosing a pregnancy supplement.
Safety
- Do not take these with another vitamin A product unless your doctor advises it.
- If you take warfarin or another anticoagulant, speak to your doctor first: vitamin A may reduce the anticoagulant effect.
- Less frequent side effects of Maxivit 25 and MaxiVit Plus include headache, sleep disturbances, constipation, flatulence, belching, heartburn, nausea and bright yellow urine. MaxiVit Plus can also cause a fishy burp.
- Vitamins and minerals do not take the place of a balanced diet.
Product details come from each product's package insert. These are health supplements that have not been evaluated by SAHPRA for their quality, safety or intended use.
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